The cost of food and how much we spend on groceries, is a topic that always comes up when I am talking to my clients. “How come we spend so much each month”, and “how can we bring our grocery…
Have you ever walked into a store intending to buy one thing and stepped out with three? I have certainly done this on more occasions than I care to think about. Or have you clicked on that flashy “Limited Time…
Talking about any type of abuse is difficult and when we think about financial abuse it often conjures up images of older people exploited by overbearing relatives or caregivers, a scenario frequently reported in the media. However, a less visible,…
Have you ever found yourself daydreaming about a life free from financial worries; perhaps after imagining a big lotto win? It’s a common fantasy fuelled by the belief that happiness directly correlates with our financial achievements – the salaries we…
With Easter upon us, it's hard to ignore the colourful displays of chocolate eggs and bunny-shaped treats appearing earlier every year. But before you dive headfirst into the seasonal splurge, here are some tips to help you avoid overspending and…
“You are screwing with my life!” is not the best way to start any conversation, let alone one about money with your partner. Unfortunately, that is how a lot of conversations between partners end up, if one is feeling frustrated…
Saving up is hard to do… sounds like a song, doesn’t it? The musician in me can’t help carrying the music theme through this topic, to try and liven up what can a little bit of a dry subject. When…
A week or so ago, Interest.co.nz published the latest home affordability information (you can read the full article here). It’s great to see there is finally some good news for first home buyers it has been a long time coming. According…
“Sorry, did I hear you correctly, you are buying a new house for the dog, is it just for the dog, or are you planning to live there too? “Of course, I’m going to live there, we need more space,…
According to a recent CNBC article, the theme for 2024 is ‘loud budgeting’. This has pushed aside the trend for ‘Quiet Luxury.’ Now, don’t get me wrong, the allure of luxury items and high living can still be enticing. Who doesn’t want…