Money

Money 9 creative ways to save on your grocery bills There really are some clever ways to keep saving on regular purchases like groceries. Try these ideas on for size and see if they suit you.

Money How much it pays to put off retirement for another 5 years As Kiwis reinvent what it means to get older, there's no rush to stop working. Bron Maxabella does the sums to explain just how much more you can have in your pocket if you keep working for longer.

Money 9 surprising ways to make extra cash (and have fun doing it)Remote work, side hustles, micro-businesses: if you’re looking to make some extra cash, there’s really never a better time to do it than during a cost of living crisis. Whether you’re still in the workforce and want to make some money, or you’ve retired but want to boost your income, Carolyn Tate explores the myriad opportunities to choose from.

Money Cash poor with a paid off home? How reverse mortgages and the home equity access scheme compare If you’ve got money locked away in the equity in your home borrowing against it can make a huge difference to your lifestyle. Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon compares two of your options.

Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon

Money The pros and cons of the government’s home equity access scheme The Home Equity Access Scheme could be a way for you to cost-effectively access the equity in your home. Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon runs the numbers.

Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon

Money 5 ways to save money on your car (that don’t involve catching the bus)When it comes to running a car, costs can creep up on you. One minute, you’re happily driving around town without a care in the world, and the next you’re shelling out half the value of the car because your floor mats need realigning.* Carolyn Tate shares the 5 best ways to keep your money in your pocket when it comes to running your car.

Money Get in the black after a grey divorce Going through a divorce is financially traumatic at any age but can be especially hard if you planned your retirement income based on the cheaper living costs of being a couple rather than a single.

Money 12 old-school skills that can make you extra cash Cash in on your old school DIY skills by setting up an online side hustle. If you can sew a button, assemble IKEA furniture or cook with panache, then you might just have some cash to earn.