Pension auto-enrolment of 12% under plans to be considered by ministers
Ministers should raise employee and employer pension contributions, with a recommendation of a minimum level of 12 per…
SPLITs are the new financial power couple—two incomes, no kids yet and no joint bank account
DINKs have been having a moment. Child-free millennials have spent the last few years flaunting champagne breakfasts and…
The parents taking lump sums from their pensions to fund their children’s homes and weddings
The Bank of Mum and Dad has been around for centuries – but in recent years, even more…
Card surcharge ban: How it will change what you pay from October 1
Millions of Australians will change their spending habits once the nation’s ban on card surcharges comes into effect…
How to shop smarter for dietary supplements
PHOENIX — Nearly 60% of Americans now take dietary supplements, according to a new study published in JAMA…
One in five Kiwis expect $1 million or more in savings to retire – Westpac survey
“The most important thing people can do today is to make a plan,” he said. “Most of us…
Kiwisaver tips to guide people through to retirement – five key things to consider
He said contributing early to KiwiSaver was important. “Just get started on it, make small contributions regularly over…
Does your parents’ financial advice still work?
Here’s some financial advice that needs reworking. Many parents have offered their children financial advice that worked when…
Parliament passes earthquake-prone building reforms with $8.2b savings forecast
“Expensive and often unrealistic remediation costs that are disproportionate to risk threaten buildings becoming derelict. “Instead, we’re enabling…
Business, get ready; big KiwiSaver reforms are coming – The Economy of Everything
“But have we got that? Not quite?” “Well, sort of,” Parker said. Both Labour and National (and New…
5 early signs to watch: Lifestyle creep sneaks in after every promotion; how to overcome it
A promotion brings more income and reasons to celebrate. Soon, better restaurants, extra subscriptions and frequent shopping can…
Retirement savings: Why buying a rental property before retirement may not pay – Mary Holm
At this late stage, how can we grow our savings to supplement our NZ Super in retirement? With…