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February 15, 2024

Budgeting NZ – How to create a budget that works in 3 easy steps

Budgeting, NZ style. We’re here with a 3 step guide to budgeting bliss 😍. We want kiwis…

January 23, 2024

Vanlife – Embracing the Open Road in New Zealand!

There’s only one way to travel around NZ and that’s in a camper! We’re here to tell…

November 22, 2023

2024 Financial Game Plan: A Kiwis Guide to Setting and Sticking to Money Goals Next Year

Introduction: Crafting Your 2024 Financial Game Plan Kia ora, fellow Kiwis! As we bid farewell to 2023,…

October 25, 2023

Tackling Christmas Debt: A 5 Min Guide On How To Use Layby and Afterpay To Stay Out Of Credit Card Debt for Kiwi’s

Introduction: The Kiwi Christmas Spending Dilemma Believe it or not, Xmas is nearly here….again! It’s that time…

September 14, 2023

How to Pay Off Debt Faster: Strategies for a Debt-Free Life in NZ

Kia ora, New Zealand! How to pay off debt faster and how to get out of debt…

August 14, 2023

Unlocking The Advantages of Refinancing Your Loan: 5 Minute Guide

Introduction: Understanding Why It Is Worth Refinancing For A Better Deal! Ever felt burdened by your loan?…

July 4, 2023

How To Pay Off Mortgages Fast: 4min Guide For Kiwis

Introduction: A Kiwi’s Roadmap To Pay Off Mortgages Faster! If you’re here, you’re probably wondering things like…

June 15, 2023

No Credit Check Loans – Are They Legit in New Zealand?

Introduction: What are No Credit Check Loans? When you’re in a tight spot financially, we get it….

May 8, 2023

How to Avoid Getting Trapped in a Debt Cycle

Kia ora, folks! Struggling with debt can be tough, and it’s not uncommon to find yourself in…

April 27, 2023

What to Do if You Can’t Make Loan Payments on Time

If you’re struggling to make loan payments on time, you’re not alone. In New Zealand, life can…

March 13, 2023

Securing Funding for Your Construction Project – Your 4 Minute Guide

Are you planning to embark on a construction project, but struggling to understand how to secure the…

February 13, 2023

Unlocking The Potential Of Business Finance: A Guide To Available Options

Whether you’re operating a small New Zealand business or a large corporation, finance is an integral part…

January 19, 2023

100+ Afterpay NZ Shops That Let You Buy Now & Pay Later

Shopping can be expensive and financially draining. But what if you could buy the things you need…

December 19, 2022

How is interest calculated on a loan?

In this blog article, we’re going to take a look at the math behind interest and how…

November 18, 2022

Making Money Online In New Zealand – 7 Sure Ways

Making money online in New Zealand usually entails becoming a Freelancer of a niche skill such as…

October 31, 2022

3 Great techniques for saving money in business💰

Those who own a business should constantly be looking at how to save money 💸, without creating…

October 20, 2022

Reduce Debt On Your Personal Expenses – 7 Simple Tips

Reduce debt now and as the economy gets tough, you’ll be in a much better position. Managing…

September 30, 2022

What is bridge financing & how it works – 4 min guide.

You will no doubt have come across the term bridge financing which can be used in many…

September 22, 2022

What Is Compound Interest? The 6 Minute Guide

What is compound interest? The idea of compounding interest might sound complicated, but it’s actually easy to…

June 30, 2022

NZ’s Best Non-Bank Lenders

Recently, we have seen the emergence of a new subsector of the finance industry, with particular expertise…

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