Credit Cards - January 9th How to Apply for a Credit Card with a Bad Credit Score Poor financial moves, such as forgetting to pay a bill or missing payment deadlines, can leave black marks on your credit score. Why does that matter? Well, a poor credit score can make it tricky …
Savings Accounts - January 8th What is Compound Interest? The negative side of inflation is hard to miss. The rising cost of living makes for many dramatic headlines – ones that get plenty of attention, too. But did you know there is a way …
Home Loans - January 7th Why buying a home in summer could be a bright idea The housing market has had its fair share of airtime and print space in recent years in New Zealand, and for good reason. Entering the property market, or moving within it, has been challenging for …
Credit Cards - January 6th What is a credit card balance transfer & when would you use it? A credit card balance transfer is a form of transferring your existing credit card debt to a new credit card with a lower interest rate for a certain period of time. The aim is to completely pay …
Home & Contents Insurance - December 10th How are home owners protected with their short-term rentals? Renting out your home over the holidays can be a great way to make some extra cash. But you still have to take precautions to make sure your home is safe. Canstar takes a look …
Personal Loans - December 5th Personal loans: what to think about before you apply When considering the right loan for your purpose, there are three key factors to keep in mind. These are: The amount you want to borrow. The length of time you want to borrow the money …
Credit Cards - December 3rd Christmas delivery cut-off dates – the clock is ticking! With the shops starting to get frantic, it's undeniable that many shoppers have left most - if not all - their Christmas shopping until December. If you want to steer clear of queues and elbow jostles, …
Personal Loans - November 27th Watch out for the fine print with personal loans How to get a loan: looking at your options When people need to borrow money, they often want the cash fast. Being able to purchase goods directly from the store can be an advantage of a …
Everyday Accounts - November 20th Donating to charity this Christmas? Here’s what to consider New Zealanders are a generous bunch, at least according to the latest edition of the Charities Aid Foundation (CAF) Giving Index. In fact, New Zealand ranked 10th in the world for helping a stranger, 9th …
Home & Contents Insurance - November 19th Renting your property these holidays? Here’s why you need insurance Renting out your home via Airbnb can feel like money for jam; your house can make you money and you have to do little more than list the property online. But, be wary. While it …
