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You shouldn't have to choose between money and having a life.

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2020 life hack: How to pay your mortgage off faster

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Why term deposits aren't making the money they used to

Interest rates are at historic lows, but if you master them, you'll master your money.

How location can give you a house that fits your lifestyle

Location, location, location is key for lifestyle, lifestyle, lifestyle.

How to fix a bad credit history

Things you don't expect can make it look like you've got a bad history with debt.

How to get your mortgage right from the start

Getting your mortgage right can mean a difference of tens of thousands of dollars

Cooking the Books: Why the sharing economy is becoming cool again

People are working together to be more sustainable, and stay on budget.

Cooking the Books - Why the sharing economy is becoming cool again

Cooking the Books - Why the sharing economy is becoming cool again

Cooking the Books: What not to do in the sharemarket

Shares can be simple, as long as you follow some dos and don'ts.

Cooking the Books: What not to do in the sharemarket

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How to turn a small windfall into a big deal

An extra $20 a week can be more powerful than you would think

KiwiSaver has changed, and more is coming

KiwiSaver is different, and how you handle the changes will depend on your situation.

Cooking the Books: How to turn a small windfall into a big deal, with the triangle method

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Cooking the Books: How to Hatch your wagon to overseas companies

A raft of tech startups are making life easier for NZ investors.

Unemployment is down, why aren't wages up?

The conditions are perfect for pay rises. But nothing is happening.