Rising incomes often lead to enhanced lifestyles, allowing us to indulge in luxuries previously beyond our reach. While it's rewarding to experience these upgrades, they introduce the challenge of lifestyle creep. Ruth The Happy Saver explores effective strategies for enjoying your growing income while maintaining sound financial health, ensuring that your success is sustainable long-term.
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With the recent announcement of Mint.com merging with Credit Karma — and with it dropping most of the key features that people loved — you might find yourself at a crossroads, searching for a robust alternative. PocketSmith is the home for your personal finances you're looking for, with tools to seamlessly transfer your transaction history, and a wealth of features which match and go far beyond what Mint.com offered. Let's see how all the pieces fit together!
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In this insightful piece, teenage investor Jordan Turner wades into a hotly debated topic in New Zealand politics: The importance of teaching financial literacy to Kiwi youth. As a high schooler, he adds his two cents to this dialogue.
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From the serene landscapes of New Zealand to the bustling streets of the United States, the cost of living can vary significantly, impacting everything from groceries to housing. Kiwi local Rachel examines some of her purchases and experiences from her recent travels through the US, and uncovers the surprising distinctions in the financial landscape of each country’s residents with the help of PocketSmith’s Global Spending Map.
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While general expenses continue to rise, Australians are feeling the pinch when it comes to their car-related payments. Gary Ross Hunter, insurance specialist at Finder, shares seven practical tips that can help you save substantial sums on your car insurance bills, potentially putting hundreds of dollars back in your pocket annually.
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We asked some of our wonderful users to share how they use PocketSmith to be productive with their money and plan for the future. Read how Cliff manages all of his investments and pensions in retirement using PocketSmith.
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Mic check, mic check. As an ever-increasingly popular form of media, starting a podcast can be alluring in all of its accessible and gratifying glory. But does it make a worthwhile side hustle? As the host of more than one successful podcast, Emma pulls from her own experience to weigh in.
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We asked some of our PocketSmith net worth nurturers about their investing philosophy and what their investing journey has looked like so far! Dora balances spontaneity in her personal life and moderation in her investments, which is something she’s instilling in her son’s investing habits too.
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With Money Dashboard shutting its doors for good at the end of October 2023, we understand the need for a reliable platform to manage your finances. We warmly welcome you to transition your data over to PocketSmith, where all your accounts, transactions, and categories can be seamlessly imported. Dive into the world of PocketSmith and discover how you can embark on this new financial journey!
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We asked some of our PocketSmith net worth nurturers about their investing philosophy and what their investing journey has looked like so far! Nic has been preparing for her future with investing since her days at university, and it’s that strong sense of her “why” that keeps her investing consistently to gain financial independence.
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We asked some of our PocketSmith net worth nurturers about their investing philosophy and what their investing journey has looked like so far! Olav is PocketSmith's resident data wizard, so he's no stranger to getting down into the details of potential share options to develop his investment portfolio.
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We asked some of our PocketSmith net worth nurturers about their investing philosophy and what their investing journey has looked like so far! Chloe's relatively new to investing in the grand scheme of things, but she's already experimenting with different kinds of global investments to set her up for the future.
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For decades, the nebulous world of investing has been steeped in misconceptions, preventing scores of everyday people from achieving their dreams of financial freedom. Just as Sharesies was created to give the masses access to financial markets, this book gives ordinary people a crash course in investing that has too often been reserved for those in the industry or who were lucky enough to grow up in families that taught them financial literacy.
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Going through a divorce can be an emotional rollercoaster accompanied by difficult legal and financial decisions that need to occur if you want a financially secure future. Although this can seem daunting, creating a financial plan during a divorce can help you secure your assets and prepare for the future.
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In September 2022, we launched Consumer Data Right (CDR) open banking feeds, heralding a new age of sanctioned bank feeds for Australian users. Now that a year has passed, let's discuss some of the pitfalls we've discovered while onboarding users onto open banking feeds.
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Calling all Aussie investors! From user-friendly interfaces to diverse investment options, the throng of investing apps available to Australians are revolutionizing the way they engage with the stock market, ETFs and more. Here are six digital platforms that Australians can use to take control of their financial futures.
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We asked some of our wonderful users to share how they use PocketSmith to be productive with their money and plan for the future. Read how Jimmy and his family use the income and expense report to change their mindset about their regular purchases.
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Has your bank account got the bustling city blues? If you’ve ever considered heading somewhere that’s a bit more provincial, you might find some monetary advantages that suit you. Take it from current small town gal Ruth, who’s seen the benefits to her financial security.
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Freelance writing is one of the most popular side hustles out there today. Like any good side hustle, it comes with a fair amount of financial admin. Rachel shares with us her system for managing her freelance finances in PocketSmith, and how it’s given her increased efficiency and insight.
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In a world where interest rates are soaring, financial decisions become all the more crucial. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting to dip your toes into the investment pool, understanding how to prioritize your investments in such an environment is key to maximizing returns and protecting your hard-earned capital.
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David's an ex-banker with more than thirty years of executive experience across some of Aotearoa's leading financial institutions, including as CEO of one of our major retail banks. Now at the helm of leading mortgage company Squirrel, David's on a mission to challenge the banking status quo in New Zealand and create better financial outcomes for Kiwi homeowners and savers.
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Frances Cook is a reformed financial hot mess who now saves others from her money mistakes. She is a best-selling author, a columnist, a speaker and podcaster. Priding herself on clear, non-judgmental communication, Frances knows how to balance giving you the information you need while making sure you don't fall asleep.
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Lance is the co-founder of the Punakaiki Fund and Climate Venture Capital Fund. They help founders and management teams to grow and turn into the Xero's of tomorrow. Before this Lance helped 100s of companies large and small over the course of many years, and he enjoys watching people's lives change as their businesses evolve.
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James began his career as an application developer, before moving into technology strategy and consultancy. After senior roles at Thomson Reuters and Deloitte, he and co-founder Claire launched Hnry, a service designed to automatically calculate, pay, and file taxes for sole traders. Hnry is New Zealand's largest, and Australasia's fastest-growing accounting service, processing billions of dollars worth of payments every year.
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James has been a Financial Adviser for the better part of ten years. He helps clients from their first job all the way through retirement, and he believes in keeping finances simple and making advice accessible to all Kiwis. James provides advice on managed funds, KiwiSaver, investment property, budgets, debt repayment, and insurance. You can also get weekly money tips from his podcast Cheques & Balances.
