Mortgage Term Comparison
Now that interest rates are starting to come down, you may be wondering if it makes more sense to re-fix your loan for 12 months, or take s shorter 6-month term in the hopes that rates will come down further sooner. This calculator can help you compare the payments, interest payments, and principal repayments of […]
Multiply acquires Auckland advice customers
We have acquired some of the customers of The Advice Hub, an Auckland-based financial advice business with customers nationwide.
IRD issues more tax advice on shares
Inland Revenue is continuing to focus on compliance concerning investment income, including share ownership and trading.
Inflation and tax rates down, FMA warns investors
Inflation continues to ease, interest rates are coming down, and the FMA issues a warning on retail trading.
Inland Revenue is increasing its focus on compliance
Inland Revenue has been allocated $29M in this year’s Budget to assist them in targeting those people who have not met their tax obligations.
A Guide to Health Insurance in New Zealand
Wondering why private health insurance is worth it in New Zealand? We run it down, including a look at why health insurance is still useful with ACC.
Debt to income ratios – whats the deal?
Debt to income ratios are coming to the New Zealand mortgage market. What does that mean for borrowers?
A Guide to Life Insurance in New Zealand
Life insurance in New Zealand can be surprisingly complex and understanding the basics is crucial for a sound risk management strategy. Check out our overview of how it works.
Bitcoin ETF trades reach $4.6Bn on first day of listing
The SEC approved the issue of Bitcoin ETFs (Exchange Traded Funds) this week – a pivotal moment in the mainstream adoption of cryptocurrencies as an investment asset class.
Top stocks of 2023
The US stock market defied expectations in 2023 with a 24% increase in value. We look at the top stocks in the S&P500 large-cap index for the year.