Money

Money How much do I need to retire in New Zealand?Having enough money to retire is less about a number and more about what you want out of the second half of your life. (Ok, it’s about the maths, too.) Alex Brooks writes a guide to working out what you might need to get the most out of the rest of your life.

Money 3 ways to plan a great retirement (even if you think you’ve left it too late)There’s plenty of media hype about New Zealanders not planning properly for retirement, especially given our cost of living and expensive housing. Whether your savings are dwindling or growing, here’s some solid money (and life!) tips to confidently plan your best retirement life ever.

Money 6 surprising benefits of New Zealand Superannuation New Zealand’s superannuation scheme offers more than mere money - here are 6 other surprising benefits of our universal superannuation payment.

Money Helping your kids buy their first home There’s now a good chance your children won’t be able to buy their first home without your financial assistance - here's what you need to know to make sure the help doesn't make family relationships more fraught.

Money 6 reasons to become a raver about KiwiSaver ‍KiwiSaver is a unique policy gift to New Zealanders that can boost your money to live on in retirement (and can help you get a house to live in, too). Alex Brooks explains 6 surprising benefits of investing your hard-earned dosh with KiwiSaver.

Money 9 creative ways to save on your grocery bills There really are some clever ways to keep saving on regular purchases like groceries. Try these ideas on for size and see if they suit you.

Money The economics of happiness Happy people live longer, are healthier and more sociable. But young people are unhappier than ever. AMP Chief Economist Dr Shane Oliver dives in to explain more.

Money How much it pays to put off retirement for another 5 years As Kiwis reinvent what it means to get older, there's no rush to stop working. Bron Maxabella does the sums to explain just how much more you can have in your pocket if you keep working for longer.