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Practical guides and analysis to help New Zealanders make smarter financial decisions.

September 2, 2026

Sharesight Review: How to Track Your Real Investment Returns

See what your portfolio is really earning once fees, dividends and FX are counted.

September 10, 2026

Is a Novated Lease Really Worth It in Australia?

How novated leases really work, and where the tax savings can disappear.

September 9, 2026

NZ Reward Points Compared: Which Loyalty Schemes Actually Pay You Back?

I did the math on every NZ loyalty reward scheme so you don't have to!

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Why You Can Earn $100k in New Zealand and Still Feel Broke

August 31, 2026

Why You Can Earn $100k in New Zealand and Still Feel Broke

Why high earners in New Zealand still live paycheck to paycheck.

KiwiSaver Q2 2026 Results: The Best-Performing Funds By Category

August 31, 2026

KiwiSaver Q2 2026 Results: The Best-Performing Funds By Category

KiwiSaver's Q2 2026 results, plus the top 5 funds in every risk category

How Much House Can You Actually Afford on Your NZ Salary?

August 31, 2026

How Much House Can You Actually Afford on Your NZ Salary?

What can you actually afford on your salary in NZ? Here's the real math.

S&P 500 vs Global Index Funds: What's Better for NZ Investors?

August 31, 2026

S&P 500 vs Global Index Funds: What's Better for NZ Investors?

Investors always ask: "S&P 500 or Global Index?" Here, I explore Kiwi's Options

I Switched My KiwiSaver From Milford To Kernel

August 31, 2026

I Switched My KiwiSaver From Milford To Kernel

My thoughts on changing providers

How Does FIF Tax Work on Overseas Shares in NZ?

August 28, 2026

How Does FIF Tax Work on Overseas Shares in NZ?

How FIF tax on overseas shares works, and what's changing in 2026.