Buried in the good news that the Consumer Data Right (CDR) has reached the next milestone, comes a bombshell: it will let banks charge apps to let consumers access their own data. Contrary to every other country that has implemented CDR, New Zealand is poised to let banks profit from what is a right. It's like having the right to vote, but then being charged $20 at the voting booth.
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Financial anxiety is defined as feelings of worry, stress or uneasiness about your financial situation. A variety of factors can trigger financial anxiety, from job loss to increased cost of living, but the compounding events of 2020 have arguably seen more people confronted with financial anxiety than ever.
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Ellen runs a tight ship in her Auckland flat of five. She talks to us about how she uses PocketSmith to keep track of her flat’s shared rent and expenses!
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Did you take out the 6-month mortgage holiday when COVID-19 hit? That six months is coming to an end in Australia. Here’s what to do next if you’re reaching the end of your mortgage holiday.
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Side hustles have become pretty commonplace in the past decade, and with good reason. People have the opportunity to earn additional income, and grow their marketable skills. However they do require a serious time investment, and a level of commitment that may not be for the faint of heart.
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We're excited to announce that custom dashboards for web are now available for preview!
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Millennial money guru Emma is back to answer more of Gen Z Maddie's money questions. We find out that you're never too young to start thinking about your credit score and saving for retirement.
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Managing your finances can be difficult at the best of times but being a contractor can add another layer of complexity. Whether you’re self-employed or just thinking about freelancing, here are three tips on how to manage your money as a contractor.
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If you’re committed to achieving FIRE, you’ll need to track your finances carefully and meticulously. We’ll show you how software like PocketSmith can help you do the heavy lifting!
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Our resident Gen Z, Maddie, asks our resident millennial money guru, Emma, her burning money questions. She might not know TikTok, but she knows taxes.
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Seb and his partner have some big financial goals planned for the next 10 years. He talks to us about how he uses PocketSmith’s Dashboard to track their progress!
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It takes incredible levels of grit and motivation to achieve Financial Independence and Retire Early (FIRE). How have those who’ve FIREd actually done it? Ruth The Happy Saver shares some inspirational examples with us.
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Calling all global citizens: If you're looking for an elegant yet customizable approach to managing multiple currencies in your financial life, PocketSmith is here to help!
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Earning more than one stream of income? Welcome to the new normal! We've put together five tips that we hope will save you time and stress when managing multiple incomes.
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Amanda Konyn's best friend and best dog Fritz not only brings her immense joy on a daily basis, he’s also taught her some valuable lessons about money.
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Followers of the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement aim to create a large nest egg that will produce an income of its own, letting them step away from paid work. In this article, we’ll explore what FIRE can mean for you, and how you can adapt it to suit your goals and your lifestyle.
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Have you ever been in a situation where you have no idea how you spent your paycheck? Your bank account seems to be healthy at the start of the week, and by the end, you’re struggling to pay the bills? The Broke Generation’s Emma Edwards shares how mindful spending can help you feel more in control and confident with your money.
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The first step to getting your spending under control is to find out where your money goes. Only then can you make meaningful changes to your habits.
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Rollover budgeting is a popular exercise in personal finance that allows flexibility in your monthly budget by rolling unspent or overspent amounts from previous months into your current budget period. Check out how you can use the rollover budgeting feature in PocketSmith, when to use it, and why it might be more useful than you think.
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Our friend Ruth Henderson, The Happy Saver shares eight bad money habits she sees too often. Many of these habits are not about dollars and cents, but more about our own behaviour.
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Your credit score seems to be an ominous presence, always waiting around the corner, determining all sorts of things about your daily life, from what interest rates you can get on your loans, to insurance policies you’re eligible for. So what are credit scores or ratings and how do they work? Learn how to check your credit score.
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‘Getting out of debt’ is a phrase used often in personal finance. Whether it’s credit card debt, medical debt, or any other kind of debt, ridding yourself of that burden is the first step to securing your financial future. Of course, it’s easier said than done, so here are some tips on how to get out of debt with PocketSmith.
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Our friend Ruth Henderson, The Happy Saver joins us again to talk about all things credit.
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We sat down with Ruth Henderson, The Happy Saver and asked her some big questions about our spending habits.
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Debt can come in many forms. Credit cards, student loans, and medical costs are some of the most common. Despite its reputation, debt isn’t inherently bad either.
