Cheques and Balances

Outside of a house, a car is usually one of the biggest financial purchases most people make, multiple times during their lives. This episode provides practical advice and strategies that can help listeners make smarter decisions about car ownership, ultimately contributing to their overall financial well-being and long-term financial success. The content in this podcast is the opinion of the host...

In this episode, we explore the financial and lifestyle considerations of bach ownership, unraveling the truth behind this cherished Kiwi dream. Check out the full episode ⁠here⁠ For more money tips follow us on: ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠LinkedIn ⁠ ⁠Spotify⁠ ⁠Apple Podcast The content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take...

This week James and Mike cancel themselves by ranking their best and worst clients by profession. The content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions.

Are you (or know someone who is) losing sleep at night over 7% interest rates? This episodes for you. We go through the 4 steps to tackle high interest rates. Check out the full episode here For more money tips follow us on: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Spotify Apple Podcast The content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to tak...

This week we ask Mike what happens when you miss a loan repayment on your mortgage. The content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions.

Dividing property during a separation or divorce can be a challenging and emotionally charged process. We talked to Amanda Donovan, Director at Haigh Lyon Lawyers, who shares her top five tips for navigating the division of property in a divorce. Check out the full episode here For more money tips follow us on: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Spotify Apple Podcast The content in this podcast is the op...

Mike and Jame discuss the recent news from the NFT and crypto space. The content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions.

Were joined by Ben Brinkerhoff to delve into the critical topic of retirement savings. Consilium recently published the newly released Retirement Expenditure Guidelines, shedding light on the increasing disparity between New Zealand Superannuation (NZ Super) and the actual cost of living in retirement. Check out the full episode here For more money tips follow us on: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Sp...

In this episode we recap our latest 'Women and Property' event with Ilse Wolfe The content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions.

This week we have Ben Brinkerhoff, Head of Advice at Consilium here to talk about how you can improve your chances of success in investing. We'll break down ten straightforward principles that can help you become a better investor. Check out the full episode here For more money tips follow us on: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Spotify Apple Podcast The content in this podcast is the opinion of th...

This week we have a chat with Ash Solly, a financial adviser at Lighthouse Financial to chat about transitioning careers. The content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions.

This week we're joined by Ben Brinkerhoff from Consilium to talk about "the science of spending". Check out the full article here For more money tips follow us on: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Spotify Apple Podcast The content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situatio...

Learn about all the essential parts of protecting your wealth through the right insurance. The content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions.

This week we're joined by Emma Duncan from Anne Duncan Real Estate to talk about her top negotiating tips on property. Check out the full article here For more money tips follow us on: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Spotify Apple Podcast The content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own person...

This week Mike gives us an update on the latest bank and mortgage news. The content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions.

This week James and Mike react to financial advice provided by ChatGPT. We ask a range of questions from investment advice to prenups and review the answers. Check out the full article here For more money tips follow us on: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Spotify Apple Podcast The content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take...

Our business accounting specialists will go through everything you need to know to financially succeed as your own boss, including long-term planning, insurance, exit strategies and managing irregular incomes. - What is a contractor - Withholding tax, income tax and GST - What you can and can't claim - Common mistakes we see - ACC and Insurance - Wealth creation as a business owner The content...

We got over 30 years of data from Valocity to see if and how house prices change under a National or Labour government. A huge thank you to our partner Valocity for the amazing insights: https://www.valocityglobal.com/en Check out the full article here: https://lighthousefinancial.co.nz/election-special-what-happens-to-house-prices-under-a-national-or-labour-government/ For more money tips follow...

In New Zealand, most houses are sold by one real estate agent who works for the seller. Even though this agent has to be fair to everyone, they mainly look out for the seller's interests. That's where a buyer's agent comes in. We're joined by Alex Vincent Martelli who is a buyer's agent from Martelli & Co Check out her website below: https://www.martellibuyers.co.nz/ Check...

Join Luke Kemeys from Keep The Change and James Blair from Lighthouse Financial for an interactive webinar where they go through the fundamental wealth principles you need to know to successfully start on your wealth creation journey. This webinar is all about the psychological concepts you need to understand to become financially bulletproof. The 10 commandments: - Understand your motivation for...

The thoughts and opinions shared in this podcast, including those from our guest David Seymour, may not match the views of our podcast, its hosts, or Lighthouse Financial. This episode is meant for information and education. We aim to encourage open discussions from various viewpoints, but we don’t endorse any political party or opinion. Check out the full article here: https://lighthousefinancial...

James sits down with Luke from Keep The Change to discuss your questions from August's webinar - The 10 Commandments Of Building Wealth. The content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions.

This week we're joined by Ilse Wolfe, property investor and coach to talk about how women can create independence by investing in property. Interested in Jess's case study? Check out the webinar below: https://www.opespartners.co.nz/shows/property-live-how-to-get-the-bank-to-say-yes-two-case-studies-on-increasing-serviceability Get your tickets to our event below: https://women-and-propert...

For most people, a will is often their main asset planning tool which means it is important to ensure it is robust, clearly written and technically correct. We're joined by Shaun McGivern to talk about why you NEED in a will. Check out Haigh Lyon Lawyers below: https://haighlyon.co.nz/ Check out the full article here: https://lighthousefinancial.co.nz/why-you-need-a-prenup/ For more money tips...

August is Sorted's Money Month! To celebrate we're doing one podcast a day taking it back to basics, from how to build a budget, to paying off debt and everything in between, make sure to tune into our daily podcasts this month! The content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal...