Workplace insurance: Do you know what you are covered for?
New economic research has put workplace insurance in the spotlight, looking at whether a tax change could encourage more employers to provide insurance benefits to their staff.The NZIER research, commissioned by the Financial Services Council, examines the potential effects of removing Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) from employer-provided group insurance schemes. NZIER says FBT can act as a disincentive for employers to provide this type of cover.The modelling covers group life and health insurance an...
October 14, 2026Why the type of property you buy can affect your home loan options
When you apply for a home loan, the lender is assessing more than your income, expenses and deposit. The property you want to buy also forms part of the lending decision.Some properties are more straightforward for lenders to accept as security than others. Apartments, leasehold properties, lifestyle blocks, mixed-use properties and homes with unusual features can all raise different considerations. That does not necessarily mean finance is unavailable, but it can affect the options, deposit or ...
October 14, 2026Helping Kiwis Protect Their Creations
What would New Zealand be without its small businesses? We're here to help Kiwis protect their creations. Watch the video here...
May 13, 2025Own a Business? why you may need insurance
What happens when it’s not ‘business as usual’? Here are some key insurance things to consider, if you’d like to protect your business from the unexpected. Leave more...
May 13, 2025Relief for homeowners as OCR sees fifth cut in a row - and another could be on the way | Stuff.co.nz
Apr 9, 2025The Reserve Bank has cut the Official Cash Rate by 25 basis points, bringing it to 3.5 percent. It's the fifth reduction in a row, and all the major banks responded immediately, announcing reductions to home loan rates.And while the Reserve Bank acknowledged the uncertainty caused by President Trump's tariffs, it said there is scope to lower the OCR further as appropriate, meaning another cut next month remains likely. Zane Small reports.For full coverage visit www.Stuff.co.nz...
May 7, 2025Self-employed: income protection or key person insurance?
Are you self-employed and looking at protecting your livelihood? These two types of cover may be worth considering. Read more here....
February 25, 2025Why a mortgage adviser should be your long-term partner
A mortgage adviser isn’t just for today – they’re your long-term partner, guiding you through your homeownership journey with personalised support. Read more here...
February 25, 2025Mortgage goals for homeowners in 2025
Is this the year you get on top of your home loan? Here are three things you can do to start getting ahead on your mortgage. Read more here...
January 15, 2025What’s happening with the OCR in 2025?
What’s happening with the OCR this year? What can we expect for mortgage rates and the property market? Here’s what economists forecast for the year ahead. Read more here...
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