BusinessLiz Koh: Cut out cash loan middle manThe core business of a bank is to gather up funds from investors to lend to borrowers, writes Liz Koh.13 Nov 04:35 PM
Hawkes Bay Today'Two-tier' market divides city's average valuesAverage residential land values in Ahuriri have leapt more than 25 per cent during the past three years, as home buyers scramble for a slice of the popular seaside Napier suburb.06 Nov 10:01 PM
BusinessLiz Koh: Let me tell you why EPAs are necessaryIt pays to be prepared and when it comes to taking care of your financial affairs, a good way to prepare is to set up an Enduring Power of Attorney, or EPA, writes Liz Koh.06 Nov 05:00 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayFirm's closure may hit clientsA Hastings building company has gone into voluntary liquidation, with some customers concerned they may be left out of pocket.02 Nov 08:30 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayTony's slice of pizza life panned out brilliantlyA pizza-trade era in Napier ends today with the retirement of chef Tony Larrington-Lewar after 35 years running popular restaurant and take.31 Oct 01:35 AM
BusinessLiz Koh: KiwiSaver a handy way to fix ignoranceA recent survey conducted by Colmar Brunton for the Financial Markets Authority shows that many New Zealanders do not understand investment risk.29 Oct 05:00 PM
Hawkes Bay Today$108k loss sparks changes for HOYChanges are being made to the running of Horse of the Year event after the organisation behind the show reported a $108,000 annual loss.23 Oct 08:00 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayFight for market shareHastings District Council has approved a road closure that will see the launch of a new Saturday morning "growers market" in the city.23 Oct 06:48 PM
BusinessLiz Koh: Consider mortgage structure carefullyLiz Koh writes: Mortgages vary in terms of how repayments are made and how the interest rate is set.23 Oct 05:00 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayFracking investigation orderedHorizons Regional councillors have voted to carry out a risk analysis on fracking, including an assessment of the risk and benefits for the region.17 Oct 03:52 AM
Hawkes Bay TodayLocal focus advocated for growthHawke's Bay needs to think small to stand tall, says ANZ chief economist Cameron Bagrie.17 Oct 12:02 AM
BusinessLiz Koh: Take cues from the financially successfulAchieving financial success in life has little to do with academic qualifications and everything to do with habits and mindset.15 Oct 05:00 PM