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Business owners told to use properties to help tax debt
Those with multiple properties are being encouraged to tap into the resource to find finance.
Ten things that might be a waste of money
Maybe it's a coffee on the way to work that you could have made at home, or a new pair of shoes you didn't really need, bought because they were on sale.
Savers weighing up their options as term deposit rates fall
Term deposit interest rates have fallen, and one fund manager says it's encouraging people to look at what other options might be available.
What do tariffs mean for interest rates?
US President Donald Trump may have shaken international markets with the introduction of sweeping tariffs, but what it means for New Zealand borrowers is not yet clear.
Are rates bills forcing pensioners out? - Ask Susan
RNZ's money correspondent answers your questions.
The JobSeeker on a benefit for 40 years
Official data reveals the longest period current beneficiaries have been receiving support. Audio
'Clearly markets didn't expect this': Tariffs and Kiwisaver
How KiwiSaver managers are coping with market turmoil after Trump's tariff announcements, and what not to do.
Wine producer aims to shield shoppers from US tariff's impact
Invivo plans to try to shield shoppers from the impact of a 10 percent tariff on its exports to the United States.
Confusion as Trump says NZ has a 20 percent tariff against the US
The US president's claim about New Zealand has raised eyebrows as experts weigh the consequences.
The tenancies that have lasted 20 years
One Wellington woman knew her tenancy was unusual, but she didn't realise just how much.
The housing market has turned around - but is that a good thing?
CoreLogic is predicting prices are likely to rise this year by about 5 percent.
Why your next pay could be a little smaller
It's part of a raft of changes that came in on 1 April.
What to check in your KiwiSaver if Trump trouble hits
Now is a good time to assess whether your risk profile is appropriate for your needs. Audio
Rethink of tax on work perks
No one takes a job because they'll be paid a Christmas ham, tax expert says, so is it fair to tax them?
Will a dressing-room add value to your property?
In the UK, converting a bedroom could add more than $90,000, but will you get a return on your investment here?
Refixing your home loan: Is it worth waiting?
Borrowers right now need rates to fall significantly to make waiting a better option than locking in.
GST on KiwiSaver saga draws to close
Inland Revenue has released guidance on how fund managers, including KiwiSaver providers, should interpret GST rules. Audio
Has the tobacco tax hit its limit?
In Australia, the tax take from tobacco is at 15-year lows, as smokers turn to illegal cigarettes. Could the same be happening here?
Bank offers retirees loan to buy into village without selling house first
The offer for those waiting for a more favourable housing market comes at a price.
The end of this month could be the start of tax headaches
There's a warning the way tax changes were applied last year might mean more people get a bill .
Cash isn't king - Why stuffing your dollars may backfire
"Cash stuffing" can be a major headache when it comes to applying for a home loan, mortgage advisers say.
Do you know what people on benefits actually get?
A misguided view of the generosity of welfare is one of the problems threatening social cohesion, a researcher says: "Without social cohesion, societies become increasingly unstable."
Oops, we made a mistake - or did we? The rise of 'mistake marketing'
'Accidental' free shipping, 'leaking' a discount code - how legitimate is mistake marketing?
Is selling my house to make money for retirement a good idea?
RNZ's money correspondent answers your questions