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30 September 2026
Reading time: 8 minutes
25 for 25: money moves from Sorted since 2001
Twenty-five years ago, Sorted launched as the first free, independent money guide in Aotearoa. To celebrate, here are 25 lessons from our first 25 years.
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31 July 2026
Reading time: 6 minutes
Where should you keep your emergency fund? Why a separate account wins
Does your emergency fund need its own account? Not strictly, but it helps. Here’s why a separate account works, where to keep it, and how to set one up.
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24 June 2026
Reading time: 4 minutes
Dream job on social? The ad’s a scam.
Fake job ads on social media are tricking us into installing dodgy apps that drain our bank accounts. Here's how to spot the scam – and stay safe.
17 November 2025
Reading time: 6 minutes
How to spot a scam before it’s too late
How can you spot a scam in NZ? Learn tips to protect yourself from scams, keep your accounts safe with 2FA, and hear real Kiwi stories.
25 July 2025
Reading time: 7 minutes
Real-life read: Emergency savings – how I got started
In the second instalment of our two-part series, real people on everyday budgets shed light on the ways they made their cash cushion happen and stay prepared.
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