Cheques and Balances

You can’t tax your way to prosperity - but you can grow the pie. In this exclusive interview from inside the Beehive, Finance Minister Nicola Willis joins us to discuss NZ’s economic future covering e...

8 Aug 202535min

Markets are bouncing back - but not all economies are sharing the gains. In this April-June 2025 quarterly update, we unpack the drivers behind the global market rebound, the impact of Trump’s tariffs...

5 Aug 202519min

Revolving credit might feel like financial freedom - but for most people, it can be a fast track to long-term debt. In this episode, we unpack how revolving credit works, the pros and cons, why it can...

3 Aug 20259min

Nearly 1 in 4 Kiwis will be over 65 by 2050 - and that’s not just grey hairs, it’s an economic shake-up. In this episode, we break down what an ageing population means for New Zealand’s workforce, hou...

31 Jul 202515min

Think getting your first mortgage is confusing? We break it all down - from KiwiSaver strategies and saving hacks to bank vs broker comparisons and how to boost your approval odds.We guide first home ...

29 Jul 202518min

Think you’re on track for retirement? Think again. We unpack the four biggest mistakes that are quietly derailing Kiwi retirement plans - from mortgage stress and poor financial habits to over-relianc...

27 Jul 202516min

Some Kiwis are walking away from property - but is that the right move?We break down why public sentiment is shifting, the risks of short-term thinking, and the structural changes in the market - from...

24 Jul 202511min

Debt stress is rising across New Zealand and it’s not just mortgages. Over 485,000 Kiwis are behind on bills, with short-term debt spiking and KiwiSaver hardship withdrawals soaring. We unpack what’s ...

22 Jul 202516min