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Is NZ’s Economic Recovery at Risk? The Long Term Effects of the Oil Crisis | Episode 464
A global oil shock could quietly reset New Zealand’s recovery - and most people aren’t ready for the flow-on effects.
In this episode, we break down h…
6 months, 3 weeks ago
A 30 Year-Old’s Retirement Plan | Episode 463
Build a 30 year retirement plan by starting with your first home.In this episode, we use a real first home buyer case study to break down deposits, K…
6 months, 3 weeks ago
2026 Financial Plan: Step-by-Step to Fix Your Money | Episode 462
If you’re not on track with your 2026 financial plan yet - this is where you fix it.
In this episode, we break down how to build a practical financial…
6 months, 4 weeks ago
First Home Buyers Guide NZ: Step-by-Step Process | Episode 461
Buying your first home in NZ isn’t about finding “the one” - it’s about not getting burned in the process.
In this 2026 first home buyers guide, we br…
7 months ago
5 Signs You’ll Have to Work Until 70 (And How to Avoid It) | Episode 460
Most Kiwis won’t realise they’re on track to work until 70… until it’s too late.
In this episode, we break down the 5 key signs you’re heading for del…
7 months ago
KiwiSaver, Investing & Mortgages: Listener Money Questions | Episode 459
Real money questions from listeners - covering KiwiSaver, investing, mortgages, and how to actually build wealth in New Zealand.
In this Listener Hotl…
7 months ago
Meth Contamination: The Silent Killer of the NZ Property Market | Episode 458
Meth contamination in NZ property is a growing risk that buyers and investors often overlook.In this episode we explain how meth contamination happen…
7 months, 1 week ago
Will War Push Interest Rates Higher? What It Means for Your Mortgage | Episode 457
War headlines are everywhere - but what could global conflict actually do to interest rates?In this episode, the team breaks down how the US-Iran con…
7 months, 1 week ago
Oil Prices Surge 50%: What War Means for Markets | Episode 456
While the human cost of war is devastating, many investors are asking the same question - what does it mean for markets?In this episode, James and Je…
7 months, 1 week ago
10 Years Without Filing Taxes: What Happens Next? | IRD Horror Stories | Episode 455
Ignore your taxes long enough and the problem doesn’t disappear - it multiplies.
In this episode James sits down with Lighthouse Senior Accountant Vin…
7 months, 2 weeks ago