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She doesn't need to work, but does so that she can donate her salary.
Mary Holm: Early 30s and multiple funds - is this one of NZ’s shrewdest investors?
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IAG forecasts margin squeeze on Auckland floods
Insurer airs concern over floods but company says its capital position remains strong.
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Auckland floods: Insurance claims could hit nearly $1b - expect premiums to rise
And the cost of insurance could rise for some.
How Hnry raised $35m despite venture capital doldrums
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Even when monthly payments soar, there are ways to get through this tough patch.
Property investors choosing one-year fixed mortgages
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Consumers putting less on their credit cards but half still face hefty interest bill
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Laybuy plans to delist from ASX in March
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Investors face trading platform fee hikes after market plunge
Trading platform fees rise as investors see their portfolio values shrink.
Bar wars: Leo Molloy says rival blocking liquor licence bid
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