Smart Money

All investment accounts are a bit touch and go at the moment.
If you're checking your KiwiSaver more than a few times a year, the amount of movement could really start to get to your head.
But for those close to or at retirement age, or about to withdraw for whatever reason - a volatile market can make all the difference.
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Divorce is still one of those taboo topics we tend to avoid, but up to 40% of marriages end that way here in New Zealand, so it's probably about time we become a bit more comfortable with it.
It's not always a hostile end, some couples are even able to "DIY" their split in a sense - but is that really a good idea?
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We often think of trusts as a way to protect your assets, especially if you work in certain fields - but a surprising number of regular families use them for a range of reasons.
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The hot topic on everyone's minds right now is the price of petrol and diesel.
It seems to be impacting the price of just about everything else, and we're staring down the barrel of a major risk of high inflation.
The OCR remains steady for now, but it's only a matter of time before interest rates are on the up once again.
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Prices are going up.
Food prices are up, and will keep going up alongside fuel. Practically any goods that travel by land air or ocean to get to you will become increasingly unaffordable for the foreseeable future.
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