New year, new KiwiSaver investment fund?
Whether retirement is 5 years away or 25 years away, your choice of KiwiSaver investment fund will play a big part in helping you realise your KiwiSaver dream. “We all have different goals and different circumstances so the fund that’s right for your friend or colleague may not be the right one for you,” says […]
Riding the Investments Wave
You may have read in the media or seen in your own portfolio that financial markets have had a bit of a rocky start in 2022. It can be concerning to see the value of your investments, like KiwiSaver, go down but it’s important to remember that changes in the value of your investments are […]
Get your KiwiSaver account on-track for first home success
If you are looking to buy your first home, you are probably aware that you can use your KiwiSaver funds towards the deposit. AdviceFirst adviser Casey Woolridge shares three simple things you can do to help give your KiwiSaver money a boost and reach your first home goals faster. 1 – Check you are in […]
What’s driving sustainable investment returns?
Sustainable investing involves thinking about both the financial returns AND the social and environmental impact of investment decisions. While there are subtle differences between each provider, the overall aim of sustainable investment funds is to deliver competitive returns, better value for money and contribute positively to important issues such as climate change. Here are three […]
Why is My Insurance More Expensive Than My Friends?
Even if your friend is close to you in age and physical circumstances, your insurance premiums might be very different. AdviceFirst adviser, George Allbury explains how premiums are calculated and what factors can cause your insurance premiums to be more expensive than your friends. Premiums are how an insurance company finances your coverage, from […]
Why do insurance premiums go up?
Insurance plays a big part in protecting the lifestyle, people and possessions we care about; sometimes it can be confusing to see the price of our insurance premiums fluctuate.
A closer look at sustainable investing
It involves thinking not just about financial returns but the social and environmental impact of investment decisions.
Five things to consider when choosing Life Insurance
Insurance can be a complicated matter at the best of times, and this is particularly true when it comes to something as important as life insurance.
Parental leave and the KiwiSaver First Home Grant
Looking to buy a new home and about to start parental leave? If you plan to apply for the KiwiSaver First Home Grant, you might need to be wary of a few technicalities.
Investment fund choice matters
Any choices you make with regard to your KiwiSaver fund should line up with why you’re investing, and when you might want to access these savings.
