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What to do if you've gone from a two income household to one

It's a different kind of difficult, as there's less Govt help if your partner is earning.

Your KiwiSaver is down: Here's why it can be a good thing

KiwiSaver looks like a bloodbath, but you could turn this to your favour.

The pros and cons of taking a mortgage holiday

A mortgage holiday isn't your only option, it's just the most extreme one.

How to stay calm when your money is falling apart

Recession looks likely, but keeping calm means you're more likely to make smart choices

Guide to financial help for surviving Covid-19

With new announcements every day, here's the guide to what's happening and what's not.

Why KiwiSaver could be lulling you into a false sense of security

Just signing up and paying into it isn't enough.

Cooking the Books podcast: What to be wary of when buying a house off the plans

Some contract clauses can even mean you lose your dream home altogether.

Budgeting success comes from ditching your car, not coffee

People often say watch your pennies, the pounds take care of themselves. They're wrong.

Why prefab housing has been ignored until now

Problems with lending and consenting has held back one solution to our housing crisis.

How to watch your pennies in 2020

In an election year anything could happen - but what's looking likely?

The psychology of why it's better to give than receive

Turns out we do get a lot back from giving to others.

Best of 2019: The NZ couple who paid off $566k of debt in three years

The debt free movement is gathering steam, including in New Zealand.

How other NZers stay on budget over Christmas

Armfuls of presents are out, and hitting the beach is in.

Cooking the Books: How money can be used to abuse

We can all do more to stop financial abuse.

Housing is now a different game from the beginning of 2019

The amount of changes to housing in 2019 could make your head spin.

What to know before buying a house with friends

Teaming up is a good way to get on the property ladder, but can go seriously wrong.

Can passive investing be trusted?

The digital revolution might make things easier and cheaper, but is there a cost?

Why property investing can be so much more than renting homes

Ignoring commercial property can mean you're missing opportunities.