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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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7 Levels of Investing in New Zealand

August 27, 2026

7 Levels of Investing in New Zealand

From term deposits to CFDs: where each investment sits on the risk ladder.

What Should Your 2026 Money Plan Actually Look Like?

August 26, 2026

What Should Your 2026 Money Plan Actually Look Like?

A practical framework for planning your money in 2026, step by step.

Should Australians Move to New Zealand to Avoid Capital Gains Tax?

August 25, 2026

Should Australians Move to New Zealand to Avoid Capital Gains Tax?

New Zealand has no general CGT, but it isn't automatically tax-free.

How to Start Investing in New Zealand With Just $500

August 25, 2026

How to Start Investing in New Zealand With Just $500

A beginner's guide to investing in New Zealand with just $500.

Stocks vs Property: Where Should You Invest $100k?

August 18, 2026

Stocks vs Property: Where Should You Invest $100k?

Compare stocks vs property in New Zealand, including leverage, risk, cash flow, flexib