Risky business: Why playing it safe with your finances isn’t always the best bet

‘Risk’ isn’t a popular concept in these uncertain times. But financial advisor Jas Gill says rather than running for the hills, we should think about our goals and assess the risks accordingly. In a global pandemic, fear is probably the only thing more contagious than the virus itself. Fear breeds panic and panic leads to … Read more

How $10 more a week in KiwiSaver now could lead to thousands in the future

For the first time this year, your KiwiSaver statement will let you know how much money you can expect to have in retirement. Gillian Boyes from the FMA gives a glimpse into what that might look like, and how contributing just a few per cent more from your salary each week can make all the … Read more

Keeping Up with the KiwiSavers: How the saving scheme can make you rich

It’s entirely possible to save a million dollars in your KiwiSaver account if you start early and follow a few basic rules, writes Martin Hawes. Over the coming years, we are going to have a new breed of millionaire: KiwiSaver millionaires. Who knows, you might be living next door to one. Currently, there are a … Read more