OpinionFrances CookCooking the Books: The rising power of ethical investmentsEthical investing is booming, but there are grey areas.30 Jan 03:00 AM
OpinionFrances CookWhat to do when you've left it too late to investTime is important for investing, but if you're running out, there are still options.23 Jan 03:00 AM
OpinionFrances CookHow to cut waste and your food billFood can soak up your money, but there are ways to spend less without feeling deprived.16 Jan 03:00 AM
OpinionFrances CookWhy a healthy budget can include a flamethrowerBudgeting has an image problem - but you shouldn't be sucked in by it.09 Jan 03:00 AM
OpinionFrances CookHow to watch your pennies in 2019The are dark clouds on the horizon for the 2019 economy, but also possible rainbows02 Jan 03:00 AM
OpinionFrances CookWhy do sales make us irrational?Right after getting Christmas presents, many of us will head out today to buy even more.25 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionFrances CookCan you afford your pet?Pets are super cute, but you need to know what costs you're in for before they come home19 Dec 03:00 AM
OpinionFrances CookWays to take a holiday without going brokeHow a little thinking outside the box can save you big bucks.12 Dec 03:00 AM
Personal FinanceWhat do the mortgage changes mean for you?The mortgage rules have loosened up, but the devil is in the detail.05 Dec 03:00 AM
OpinionFrances CookThe argument against maxing out your KiwiSaverThe scheme works very differently based on how much you put in.28 Nov 03:00 AM
OpinionFrances CookHow to successfully make money from your hobbiesYou could ask for a raise, or you could take the leap to start your own small business.21 Nov 03:00 AM
OpinionFrances CookWhy a Lotto win can ruin your financesFinancial windfalls can send you backwards, and particularly cause emotional distress14 Nov 03:00 AM
OpinionFrances CookCan buying with a friend get you a house?Pooling resources with a friend is a smart way to buy a house, but can be complicated07 Nov 03:00 AM
OpinionFrances CookHow to use the skills you have to get paid moreWage growth is low, so some employees are taking matters into their own hands.31 Oct 03:00 AM
OpinionFrances CookHow KiwiSaver can help and hurt first-home buyersThe savings scheme can be a godsend, but there are also fish hooks.24 Oct 03:00 AM
OpinionFrances CookWhy the OCR is the key to your financial lifeInterest rates have a knock-on effect to change everything to do with money.10 Oct 03:00 AM
OpinionFrances CookPodcast: Are the highs of high-risk investing really worth it?Sometimes a savings account is the riskiest investment of all.03 Oct 03:00 AM
OpinionFrances CookNZ family man saving 50% of his incomeGiving up avocado toast might just make you sad - there are smarter ways to budget.26 Sep 04:00 AM
OpinionFrances CookCooking the Books: Are you getting gouged on your electricity bill?A review of NZ prices had worrying results. So what can you do about it?19 Sep 04:00 AM
Personal FinanceThe smartest ways to buy a carYou don't have to be a mechanic and financial adviser in one, to be smart buying a car12 Sep 04:00 AM
OpinionFrances CookHow to shelter your KiwiSaver from life's stormsA new quiz finds people have the wrong ideas about how to protect their KiwiSavers05 Sep 04:00 AM
OpinionFrances CookHow to get started as a DIY investorIf you want the power to grow your own wealth, here are the things to know first.29 Aug 04:00 AM
OpinionFrances CookWhat's the best investment for each stage of your life?Where you're at in your life can change what's the best investment for you.22 Aug 04:00 AM
OpinionFrances CookHow to set yourself up for a pay riseWages are unusually flat, so what can individuals do to line themselves up for a raise?15 Aug 04:00 AM
OpinionFrances CookThe tricks to negotiating the best mortgageBuying a house is just the first step. Keeping it is the second.08 Aug 04:00 AM
OpinionFrances CookHow to talk to your kids about moneyJust because it's hard, doesn't mean you should put off talking about money.01 Aug 04:00 AM
OpinionFrances CookWhy a market downturn can be the best time to buyIf you're investing over the long term, a market tumble doesn't have to be a bad thing.25 Jul 04:00 AM
OpinionFrances CookHave your own The Block without going brokeFor us mere mortals, what should you expect from renovations, and how can you finance it?18 Jul 04:00 AM
OpinionFrances CookWhy New Zealanders are scared of the sharemarketNew Zealanders tend to see housing as less risky than shares, but is that true?11 Jul 04:00 AM
OpinionFrances CookPodcast: Should you drain your KiwiSaver to buy a house?KiwiSaver boosts savings for a first home, but some argue you're hurting your retirement.04 Jul 04:00 AM
OpinionFrances CookThe simple maths behind early retirementA key idea behind the early retirement movement is the 25x rule, so does it work?27 Jun 04:00 AM
OpinionFrances CookIs a side hustle worthwhile?Not all side hustles are created equal, so what does it take to make it work for you?20 Jun 04:00 AM
OpinionFrances CookCooking the books: How to stay warm in winter without going brokeSometimes it's hard to tell what's practical, and what's an annoyance that only saves 50c.13 Jun 04:00 AM
OpinionFrances CookWhat do you actually need to retire?Behind the scary headlines about the money you'll need to retire, what's right for you?06 Jun 04:00 AM
