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27 May 2024
Reading time: 4 minutes
In our series exploring real people’s experiences with money, Olive says it’s easy to feel disempowered by the state of the world, but we have the power to make change via what we do with our dollars.
Updated 15 April 2026
Reading time: 7 minutes
Let’s unpack some of the most common KiwiSaver myths, and why it’s smart to be contributing as much as you can.
Read more about Top 5 KiwiSaver myths worth debunking right here and now
18 April 2024
Reading time: 4 minutes
In our series exploring real people’s experiences with money, Jaelyn tells why having an emergency fund to fall back on is the number-one thing that makes her feel sorted.
29 February 2024
Reading time: 8 minutes
Building up a million dollars for retirement is simpler than we think.
Read more about How to grow your first million dollars (hint: start early)
26 February 2024
Reading time: 5 minutes
In our series exploring real people’s experiences with money, Ben reveals how he saves and gives himself an allowance to spend on whatever he wants, so he doesn’t feel guilty or deprived.
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