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Auckland house prices dip

Property market posts first monthly fall in more than a year, while homeowners refinance. Auckland values dipped, while Wellington saw strong gains.

Lorde video guru makes quick sale

Producer who has worked with Lorde and Katy Perry is selling a former air force bungalow just seven months after buying it for record $1.6 million.

Auckland property values down

Auckland property values fell last month, says QV, as new rules dented investor demand.

Get Sorted: Sugar dogs

Even the world's smartest person will need fuel to keep making good money decisions

Kiwisaver: Opting in and opting out

Q: If new staff members do not wish to join KiwiSaver, do I simply pay their PAYE on the IRD form or must I fill in forms advising they don't want to join?

Brian Gaynor: KiwiSaver fund choices leave money on the table

Default investments and focus on low fees are reducing returns, writes Brian Gaynor.

Diana Clement: Rip-off artists' inspiration

What makes some people steal from strangers and others give?

Brent Sheather: Interesting times

The year has got off to a bad start for portfolio investors with the world stock market having fallen by 10.8 per cent in US$ terms, writes Brent Sheather.

Editorial: Chasing debt only fair to taxpayers

New Zealanders often appear unable or even unwilling to repay their debts, especially those owed to the state or city hall.

Kiwisaver: Users pay for pension fund peace-of-mind

Are you in the 1%? You'll be surprised

The owners of million-dollar homes in Auckland are likely to be part of the global 1 per cent.

Leading questions: Roger MacDonald

Roger MacDonald, the new chief executive of Auckland Council's Panuku Development Auckland, gives his take on the year ahead.

Tumbling markets not all bad news

One overseas bank predicts another global financial crisis is on the cards, but local economists say it's not all bad news for Kiwis.

Auckland property tipped to calm this year

Auckland house prices are expected to rise at more modest levels in 2016 as lending curbs for investors offset likely declines in mortgage rates.

Why picking a popular car could cost you more money

Young drivers may be costing themselves hundreds of dollars simply by choosing to buy a popular model of car.

The 10 biggest money blunders

Getting into your 40s and 50s can be a chance to have a bit more of a life again, but experts warn there are still some big financial pitfalls out there.