Is NZ’s Economy at Risk? Trump Escalates Middle East Conflict | Episode 340
Markets are rising, oil prices are spiking - but what does Trump’s strike on Iran mean for your money? We unpack how rising tensions in the Middle East could affect KiwiSaver balances, inflation, mort...
26 Juni 202511min
How to Raise Money-Smart Kids | Episode 339
From digital dollars to chore commissions - here's how to raise money-smart kids. Makayla and Jess explore the best ways to teach kids about money, covering everything from pocket money rules and digi...
24 Juni 202517min
Inflation Forecasting: Why Is Business Sentiment So Low? Ft. Matthew Harris | Episode 338
Inflation is easing, rates are dropping - so why are Kiwi businesses still stuck in a rut? In this episode, we’re joined by Matt Harris, Managing Director of Lighthouse Financial, to unpack why busine...
22 Juni 202515min
Debt 101: Fixed, Floating & Revolving Explained | Episode 337
Done right, debt can build wealth - not just cost it. We break down everything you need to know about the core types of mortgage lending in New Zealand - fixed, floating, revolving credit, and offset ...
19 Juni 202515min
End of Life Finances: What to Organise Now for Your Family’s Future | Episode 336
We get it no one likes thinking about their mortality, but planning now protects your family later. Makayla and Jess unpack the financial steps every Kiwi should take to prepare for the inevitable - f...
17 Juni 202514min
$0 To 20% Deposit In 2 Years: A First Home Buyer’s Story | Episode 335
From $0 to 20% deposit - here’s how Jordan did it. In this episode, we unpack the real-life journey of Jordan Hosking, who went from living paycheque to paycheque to buying his first home, using smart...
15 Juni 202529min
What If NZ Introduced Capital Gains Tax in 2026 ft. Matthew Harris | Episode 334
Is a capital gains tax coming to New Zealand? We’re joined by Matthew Harris, Managing Director at Lighthouse Financial, to unpack what CGT could look like in 2026 — from its potential impact on inves...
12 Juni 202518min
Is 55 Too Old To Buy A House? | Episode 333
Buying your first home at 55? It’s not as crazy or as simple as it sounds.In this episode, we unpack the financial trade-offs of buying later in life, the risks of taking on debt near retirement, and ...
10 Juni 202512min
