Banking and financeWestpac warns of multimillion-dollar 'subscription trap'The bank blocked $25m in recurring subscription charges.22 Jul 11:24 PM
PremiumOpinionMary HolmMary Holm: We came to NZ with nothing and managed to buy a houseOPINION: But it's not so easy for those with physical or mental health issues.06 Jun 05:00 PM
SportRugby World Cup winner Lawrence Dallaglio faces bankruptcyA failed individual voluntary arrangement with Revenue and Customs led to his troubles.23 May 03:01 AM
PremiumOpinionDiana ClementDiana Clement: What to do when your spending doesn’t match your financial reality17 May 09:00 PM
Markets with MadisonWaiting to fix in ’26 could cost mortgage borrowers more, analyst says23 Feb 06:00 PM
PremiumOpinionDiana ClementDiana Clement: How gambling can play havoc with your financial future01 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumOpinionDiana ClementDiana Clement: Five ways for women to bridge the financial gender gap25 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumOpinionDiana ClementDiana Clement: The simple rules to follow to maintain a cashed-up retirement18 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDiana ClementDiana Clement: Debt snowballs and debt avalanches – how to pay ongoing costs in the New YearOPINION: People find ways to disguise their financial problems from themselves. 04 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDiana ClementDiana Clement: How Christmas conversations can lead to wealth inequality insightsOPINION: Ask children open-ended questions to encourage reflection.28 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessCredit card surcharges: Watchdog says fee cap will save shoppers millionsVisa and Mastercard push back.17 Dec 09:18 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMary HolmMary Holm: Should Lotto wins be taxed?OPINION: Plus, Should I sell the rental and pay down the mortgage on our home?01 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDarcy Ungaro: How to avoid being poor in retirementOPINION: Be clever about what’s right at your life stage, says Darcy Ungaro.28 Oct 03:00 AM
Official Cash RateRelief for homeowners: Banks cut mortgage rates in response to OCR moveBanks have moved swiftly to lower lending rates.09 Oct 02:57 AM
BusinessCliff Curtis explains why he's a 'debt-phobe'Cliff Curtis explains why he's a 'debt-phobe' as he joins the advisory board of Bloxx, the new build-to-own company. Video / BloxxWatch08 Oct 09:38 PM
Official Cash RateEconomic challenges still weighing on Kiwi households and businessesHouseholds continue to face challenges when it comes to credit arrears and repayment.30 Sep 04:00 PM
Official Cash RateWhy can't we get the kind of long-term mortgages with low break fees common in the US?Not all countries have the scale and size to make long-term fixes.25 Sep 11:24 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeMortgage break fees: Businesswoman shocked at $15k charge to change banksA reason to watch those rates: changing banks could cost thousands.20 Aug 05:00 PM
Personal FinanceLoan wiped after woman 'pressured' into buying car by dealerThe buyer was picked up and driven an hour-and-a-half to Auckland but given no way home.23 Jul 06:00 AM
Interest ratesAre you missing out on secret special interest rates?Big discounts available to those who know how to get them, brokers say.18 Jul 08:23 AM
Banking and financeEl Cheapo Cars in trouble with Commerce CommissionWatchdog says borrowers did not get information about their car loans.09 Jul 11:01 PM
RetailCompany insolvencies and liquidations up, 474,000 people now behind on paymentsMore people falling behind on their mortgage and credit card payments.01 Jul 07:51 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'I lie awake worrying about money': Middle-income Kiwis on the brinkThey're okay, but only just - and not without sacrifices and side hustles.26 Jun 02:02 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeApple scraps ‘buy now, pay later’ service in the US just months after rolloutFinancial Times: iPhone maker pivots from Pay Later service after just one year.17 Jun 10:29 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMary HolmMary Holm: Should I ditch KiwiSaver for term deposits?OPINION: Financial advice and common sense.14 Jun 05:00 PM
Personal FinanceSeven ways to relieve mortgage pressureThere was $1.9 billion of 'non-performing' home loans in April, data shows.14 Jun 05:42 AM
InflationThousands of first-home buyers have deposits wiped outMore than 80 per cent of first homes bought during the peak are now worth less.12 Jun 08:21 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and finance$500 away from serious trouble: Cost of living hurting Kiwis’ ability to saveNew pressures displace divorce, unemployment as explanation some cite for money troubles.11 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandMore people ‘drowning in debt’ as cost of living crisis bitesWhile incomes increased last year, they were "cancelled out" by the cost of living crisis.16 May 10:40 PM
New ZealandPersonal debt putting rent-to-own homes out of reachSome families earning $150k still can't get into rent-to-own homes due to soaring debt.28 Apr 09:26 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMary HolmHow to kill debt without selling that classic car or treasured artwork - Mary HolmOPINION: How to balance debt repayment and investment growth in NZ.26 Apr 05:00 PM
