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New School Year, New Responsibilities: Is Your Family Financially Protected?
As the new school year begins, routines settle back in — school lunches, after-school activities, early mornings and busy calendars…
Maximise Your KiwiSaver in 2026: January Is the Month to Start
A new year is the perfect opportunity to give your long-term finances a boost - and KiwiSaver is one of the easiest ways to make meaningful progress…
Summer Adventures? Make Sure Your Insurance Is Keeping Up
Long, warm days and clear blue skies - summer in New Zealand is made for adventure.
Start the Year Strong: 5 Financial Checks to Do in January
January is a time for fresh starts. The pace slows down, the sun comes out, and many of us finally get the headspace to think about the bigger picture…
Hello 2026: A New Year Reminder to Slow Down, Soak Up the Sunshine, and Enjoy Summer
There’s something special about the start of a new year in New Zealand. While much of the world is bundled up indoors, we get long golden evenings, salty hair, sandy feet, and warm days that invite us outside…
How to Make New Year’s Resolutions You’ll Actually Stick To
Every January, we all start out with the best of intentions. “This year I’ll get fit, save more, eat better, and finally organise the garage!” — sound familiar?…
🎄 Celebrating the Christmas Season with New Vision Financial Services
It’s that wonderful time of year again - twinkling lights, summer sunshine, backyard barbecues, and the smell of pavlova in the air! Christmas in New Zealand is a time for connection, laughter, and a well-deserved break after another busy year…
10 Free (or Nearly Free) Adventures to Try This Summer in New Zealand
Summer in New Zealand is all about sunshine, good company, and making memories - and the best part is, you don’t need a big budget to enjoy it…
Summer Planning: Relax, Recharge, and Refocus for 2026
As the year winds down and the New Zealand summer stretches out before us, it’s time to take a deep breath, feel the sun on your skin, and enjoy the slower pace that comes with long, warm days…
A Year-End Financial Checklist for Peace of Mind
As the year wraps up (can you believe it!?!), most of us are busy planning for the holidays, family, and planning for the new year…
How to Talk Money With Your Family
Money can be one of the hardest things to talk about - even with the people we love most…
How to Protect Your Family Without Breaking the Bank
In today’s world, we all want to make sure our families are safe and financially secure - but many people assume that proper protection has to come with a big price tag…
Personal Insurance: Banks vs Advisers - What You Need to Know
When it comes to protecting yourself and your family, personal insurance is one of the most important decisions you can make…
Why a Will Isn’t Just for the Wealthy
When people think about writing a Will, they often picture something reserved for the wealthy - people with big homes, investment portfolios, or complex estates…
Insurance Myths That Could Cost You
Insurance is one of those things many of us know we should have, but don’t always fully understand or put high on the priority list…
Insurance Jargon Busted: Plain English for Real People
Let’s be honest - insurance can feel like a foreign language. Between “premiums”, “exclusions”, “underwriting” and “beneficiaries”, it’s no wonder many people feel overwhelmed or confused when reading their policy documents.
The Real Cost of Doing Nothing
When life is busy, it’s easy to put financial planning in the “someday” basket. After all, sorting insurance, KiwiSaver or updating your Will doesn’t exactly compete with more urgent day-to-day tasks.
Spring Clean Your Life: Freshen Up Your Home, Wardrobe — and Finances
Spring has officially arrived — the flowers are blooming, the days are getting warmer, and for many of us, it’s the perfect time to press “reset.”..
Understanding the Basics of KiwiSaver
KiwiSaver is one of the most powerful tools New Zealanders have for building long-term financial security — but many people still don’t fully understand how it works.
Creating a Budget That Works
Tips for Financial Success
A budget isn’t just a spreadsheet — it’s a plan for how you want your money to work for you…
