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RNZ Radio 27 February 2025

The 3 most important things to do with your KiwiSaver:
1. Join. And keep contributing.
– What 2 years delay can cost you.
2. Use a higher-risk fund — usually.
– You will probably end up with much more.
3. Choose a low-fee fund.
– The wide range of fees, and the difference it makes.

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NZ Herald 22 February 2025

Q&As:
– Should the son inherit more?
– Were the old days really better for women?
– “Fairer” NZ Super could be a nightmare
– Are over 65s really working more?
– Investment firm defends their numbers

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NZ Herald 15 February 2025

Q&As:
– Couple support sons more than daughters
– Grandparents’ support comes with conditions
– Best place to keep emergency money
– Making retirement savings totals clearer
– Is my rule of thumb any good?

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NZ Herald 8 February 2025

Q&As:
– Massey retirement savings goals questioned
– How much retirees spend on what
– Rule of thumb on retirement savings
– Reader judges another
– Flat tax far from perfect
– More on money for grandkids

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NZ Herald 1 February 2025

Q&As:
– Where first home buyer, 24, should put savings
– Pros and cons of selling rental in retirement
– A tale of simple — but worrying — tax
– What to do when mortgage ends
– Helping a grandchild into KiwiSaver

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