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29 November 2021
Reading time: 5 minutes
Overall, borrowing is getting safer here in New Zealand. Thanks to recent rule changes, the chance of you getting into crippling debt will be lower.
Read more about Here’s what the new lending rules mean for you
Updated 6 November 2025
Reading time: 6 minutes
Practical tips for managing debt safely – from choosing the right credit card to avoiding hidden fees and getting help when you need it.
29 July 2021
Reading time: 3 minutes
Every question is a good one, and having a growth mindset helps.
23 July 2021
Reading time: 4 minutes
Your credit rating matters, but many of us aren’t quite sure what it even is. Read on for the lowdown on credit checks, credit reports and credit scores.
Read more about How to check your credit rating: get your credit report online
13 September 2020
Reading time: 4 minutes
Kua kohia e mātou ētahi kupu ahumoni e rite ana te kōrerohia, e whakaaro ai te tangata: He aha koia te tikanga o ēnei whakaaro ahumoni?!
Read more about He aha koia te tikanga o ēnei whakaaro ahumoni?!
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