Nicole Barratt

Cryptocurrency - February 10th

Five Things to do Before Investing in Bitcoin

Author: Isabelle Shoard Before you jump into this style of investment, it’s important to consider if Bitcoin is right for you. In this article, we explore: What is Bitcoin/cryptocurrency Shortlisting cryptocurrencies Investment strategies Safety & cryptocurrency …

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Car Insurance - February 9th

How to Compare Car Insurance Quotes

Author: Sean Callery Comparing Car Insurance Quotes: What to Look For. This article covers: What is a car insurance quote? Types of car insurance quotes What factors affect a car insurance quote? How do I get …

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Home Loans - January 28th

When is the Best Time of Year to Buy a Home?

Quite often, there is a misconception that warmer months provide more opportunities for house hunters and sellers, but it may in fact be the opposite. As each season has its own unique characteristics, so too …

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Credit Cards - January 25th

How to Keep on Top of Your Credit Card

Credit cards are certainly handy tools. There are plenty of advantages of having plastic in your wallet if you manage your credit card properly. If you’re disciplined with your spending and pay off your card …

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Home Loans - January 14th

Cheap Home Renovations Under $1000 to do This Year

Co-author: Amanda Horswill  Embarking on a major home renovation can be a time-consuming, daunting and often expensive exercise. But, if you’ve got a handy $1000, it could still be possible to stage a mini-makeover on …

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Credit Cards - January 13th

What is a Product Disclosure Statement?

What’s the point of a PDS? A product disclosure statement (PDS) tells you all the key information you need to know about a financial product. Financial services firms, such as insurance companies, banks, Kiwisaver providers and …

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Car Insurance - December 17th

How Do I Switch Car Insurance Policies? 

Should I switch insurers? Switching insurance companies can be tempting. There are many reasons why people switch insurers. It can be due to a change in circumstance or poor customer service. Most often, it's to chase …

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Home Loans - December 7th

Can You Get a Mortgage For a Tiny Home in NZ?

Embracing simple living in a smaller house, often built on wheels so it’s moveable, has been dubbed the tiny house movement. This type of home is quicker to build and comes with lower maintenance costs, …

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Personal Loans - November 19th

How a Personal Loan Can Help: All You Need to Know

While there are some great low-interest loan deals on the market. In plenty of cases, it’s more convenient to reach for your credit card to make purchases. But if you have a large expense coming …

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First Home Buyers - November 11th

What is an Auction Clearance Rate?

What is an auction clearance rate? An auction clearance rate is an indicator of the condition of the current housing market, particularly those properties that go to auction. The rate is expressed as a percentage of …

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