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Smart Money

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Looking to make sense of your dollars? Newstalk ZB’s Smart Money delves into the deep, dark recesses of unwanted debt, traverses the highs and lows of investments and helps to ensure you money works for you.

Our industry experts give us their top tips on a wide selection of topics including mortgage rates, stock, savings, goal-setting and retirement.
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Episodes

Malcolm Knight: Are we close to a property boom?

This week on Smart Money we were joined by Malcolm Knight from threefold.co.nz LISTEN TO THE FULL DISCUSSION WITH THE WEEKEND COLLECTIVE ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 27, 201932 min

Tom Hartmann: Making your kids wait for their inheritance

This week on Smart Money we were joined by resident blogger at sorted.org.nz Tom Hartmann. LISTEN TO THE FULL DISCUSSION WITH THE WEEKEND COLLECTIVE ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 13, 201934 min

Martin Hawes: Is Facebook Marketplace actually safe?

This week on Smart Money we were joined by Independent Financial Advisor Martin Hawes. We have a discussion around selling things second hand. TradeMe seems so expensive and Facebook Marketplace is booming big time but is it actually safe? LISTEN TO THE FULL DISCUSSION WITH THE WEEKEND COLLECTIVE ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 08, 201939 min

Amanda Morrall: Is University actually a smart investment?

This week on Smart Money we were joined by personal finance expert Amanda Morrall from Simplicity.kiwi. We ask the question around University and education. Is it still the way to go for a successful future? We put the questions to our expert. LISTEN TO THE FULL DISCUSSION WITH THE WEEKEND COLLECTIVE ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 01, 201938 min

Shane Solly: What's the fuss with ethical kiwisaver investing?

This week on Smart Money we were joined by Shane Solly (Director at Harbour Asset Management) We dive into the issue of ethical investing, can you actually get good returns compared to the more seedy stocks? LISTEN TO THE FULL DISCUSSION WITH THE WEEKEND COLLECTIVE ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 25, 201944 min

Tom Hartmann: Is health insurance becoming more and more important?

This week on Smart Money we were joined by Tom Hartmann from sorted.org.nz. We dive into the issue of health insurance. With the DHB's totally booked up and constant pressure on the public sector is it time we started seriously looking at Health Insurance as an option? LISTEN TO THE FULL DISCUSSION WITH THE WEEKEND COLLECTIVE ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 18, 201948 min

Martin Hawes: Do prenups kill relationships?

This week on Smart Money we were joined by Financial Advisor Martin Hawes. We dive into the discussion around prenups. Do they strengthen or ruin relationships? LISTEN TO THE FULL DISCUSSION WITH THE WEEKEND COLLECTIVE ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 11, 201940 min

Chris Di Leva: We need to rethink our retirement plans

This week on Smart Money we were joined by Multi-Asset Specialist Chris Di Leva. We discuss the issue of retirement funds. Are we relying to much on KiwiSaver and the tradition capital gains to get us through? LISTEN TO THE FULL DISCUSSION WITH THE WEEKEND COLLECTIVE ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 28, 201940 min

Amanda Morrall: How much debt is too much?

This week we learned that New Zealand's gross debt is $571.04 billion, or $115,000 a head. That's about 16 per cent higher than it was three years ago when the NZ Herald started its tally.So we talked to Amanda Morrall about debt on a household level - how much is too much? And what kind of debt should we avoid? LISTEN TO THE FULL DISCUSSION WITH THE WEEKEND COLLECTIVE ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 21, 201931 min

Wendy Thompson: How to use social media for your business

Social media superstar Wendy Thompson joins the Weekend Collective to talk about the best way to promote your business online. She has the best tips on choosing the platform the best suits you, how to get good reviews online, and how online shops follow you around the internet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 14, 201934 min

Malcolm Knight: Why are credit card interest rates so high?

This week on the show were were joined by Malcolm Knight Financial Advisor from threefold.co.nz We dive into the issue of credit card interest rates and why they are so high? Are the banks justified in charging such high premiums for borrowing money? LISTEN TO THE FULL DISCUSSION WITH THE WEEKEND COLLECTIVE ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 07, 201944 min

Cecila Robinson: Do gender quotas really improve businesses?

The Government is putting pressure on the private sector to increase the number of women on boards as it breaks through another record for women in the state sector. Cecila Robinson is one of New Zealand’s most successful young entrepreneurs. She joined The Weekend Collective to discuss the issue. LISTEN TO THE AUDIO ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 23, 201939 min

Amanda Morrall: Is it viable for superannuation age to remain at 65?

Retirement has become an outdated concept for 140,000 New Zealanders who have reached 65 and are still clocking in to work. And those in the workforce face a future without the dream of long holidays and time on the golf course, with just one in five people working today expect to retire by 65. Personal finance specialist Amanda Morrall joins The Weekend Collective to discuss the issue. LISTEN TO THE AUDIO ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jun 16, 201939 min

Carissa Fairbrother: Who's fault is the KiwiSaver tax rate error?

This week on Smart Money we were joined by Financial Adviser Carissa Fairbrother from www.rivialwealth.co.nz . Around 450,000 people have been paying the wrong tax rate on KiwiSaver and other investments. We find out why this has occurred and who's at fault? LISTEN TO THE FULL DISCUSSION WITH THE WEEKEND COLLECTIVE ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 09, 201939 min

Bob Weir: How the 2019 Budget will impact small businesses

Business industry heads say the budget delivered no surprises and there was little to get excited about, aside from a new $300 million investment fund. Director, Advisor, Consultant and Author at Pinpoint Business Bob Weir joins The Weekend Collective to give his reaction to this year's so called "well-being' Budget and what impact it will have on small businesses across the country. LISTEN TO THE AUDIO ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jun 02, 201938 min

Martin Hawes: Are cheques still a needed part of society?

State-owned Kiwibank will stop accepting cheques by February 28, 2020 and won't issue new cheque or deposit books after September 28 this year. Independent Financial Advisor, Wealth Coach and author Martin Hawes joined The Weekend Collective to explain how the older generation could be impacted by the potential changes to our banking system. LISTEN TO THE AUDIO ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 26, 201938 min

Tom Hartmann: So many people are in the wrong Kiwisaver funds

This week on Smart Money we were joined by financial expert Tom Hartmann from Sorted.org.nz We look into the world of KiwiSaver and nut out why so many Kiwi's are in the wrong scheme? Also, should you be able to cheque out your sick leave? We put the question to our expert. LISTEN TO THE FULL DISCUSSION WITH THE WEEKEND COLLECTIVE ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 19, 201939 min

Malcolm Knight: Can you justify working for free?

This week on Smart Money we were joined registered financial and mortgage advisor Malcolm Knight. We discuss the issue of working for free is it just exploitation or fantastic opportunity? We also tackle the OCR rates being cut this week. What does this mean for first-time buyers? LISTEN TO THE FULL DISCUSSION WITH THE WEEKEND COLLECTIVE ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 12, 201938 min

Logan Wedgewood: The damage of Loan Sharks & is a recession on the way?

This week on Smart Money we were joined by business strategy specialist Logan Wedgewood. We look at the hot topic of Loan Sharks and the Governments announcement not to cap interest rates. Also, are we steering down the barrel of another rescission? We put the questions to the expert. LISTEN TO THE FULL DISCUSSION WITH THE WEEKEND COLLECTIVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 05, 201936 min

Lisa Dudson: Why aren't all ethical products up to standard?

This week on Smart Money we were joined by Financial advisor Lisa Dudson. We discuss whether or not its worth spending extra on ethical products? A number of consumers feel they aren't up to standard or regular products? We also touch the hidden fees that are catching people out. LISTEN TO THE FULL DISCUSSION WITH WEEKEND COLLECTIVE ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 28, 201940 min

Peter Cordtz: Is Afterpay glamorising debt?

This week on Smart Money we hit the topic of Afterpay. The new way that people are buying up large without the need for saving. Are Afterpay sites creating a slippery slope for financial debt? We put the questions to CFFC's Community Manager Peter Cordtz. LISTEN TO THE FULL DISCUSSION WITH THE WEEKEND COLLECTIVE ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 21, 201944 min

Carissa Fairbrother: Is Lotto harmless or hurtful?

This week on Smart Money we discuss the hype behind the magic numbers and power ball. Lotto has become the weekly entertainment for many Kiwis but is it really as harmless as it seems? We get the inside word from financial advisor Carissa Fairbrother. LISTEN TO THE FULL DISCUSSION WITH THE WEEKEND COLLECTIVE ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 14, 201939 min

Martin Hawes: What's the biggest financial mistake you've made?

This week on Smart Money we look back at the times you'd probably rather forget. What are the financial blunders that have shaped your life and made you rethink your money habits? LISTEN TO THE FULL DISCUSSION WITH THE WEEKEND COLLECTIVE ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 07, 201940 min

Scott Pape: Why you should be investing in shares

Award wining financial writer Scott Pape joined the show to share his wisdom about share investments. Listen above to learn the not-so-secret secrets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 24, 201924 min

What you need to know about Capital Gains Tax

Threefold financial advisor Malcolm Knight joined the Weekend Collective today to answer your questions on the Governments new Capital Gains Tax. Listen for Malcolms tips and tricks on how to navigate an uncertain financial future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 24, 201940 min

Mary Holm: Is retiring early a good idea?

Mary Holm is the author of 'Rich Enough? A Laid-Back Guide for Every Kiwi', a critically acclaimed financial guide for the average kiwi. She joined The Weekend Collective to chat about the new FIRE (Financial Independence , Retire Early) movement which has been getting attention. Is retiring early a good option? Also we looked at Kiwi Saver, does it need some work? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 21, 201940 min

Kate Baddock: Should New Zealand ban drug advertising?

The Government is considering changes to how drugs are advertised. A complaint from visiting cancer expert Richard Sullivan has prompted the move by the Government. Sullivan told Radio New Zealand that some of the treatments advertised here simply don't do what they are promoted as doing, labelling some of them as "simple quackery". Chair of the New Zealand Medical Association Kate Baddock told The Weekend Collective that our drug advertising laws are well past their used by date. "We and the St...

Feb 03, 20198 min

Smart Money - new expert Dr Ayesha Scott talks finances in relationships and the gender difference in how we spend money

The Weekend Collective has new expert Dr Ayesha Scott in the studio for Smart Money. She’s talking finances in relationships, and the gender difference in how we spend money. First up, callers ask how how to tackle money when you’re in an 'international romance', and also covers the best way to handle Kiwisaver as you approach retirement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 20, 201939 min
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