Money
Confidence in property market increases
It's been a tough few years for the property market but there are increasing signs that activity is picking up. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Reserve Bank expected to deliver OCR cut
The New Zealand property market is anticipating a boost with the Reserve Bank expected to deliver another big interest rate cut on Wednesday. Realestate.co.nz head of marketing and sales Vanessa… Audio
KiwiSaver supervisor braces for surge in hardship withdrawals
Withdrawals are at record levels, and there are warnings more may be to come as a Christmas crunch hits.
Getting your family on the same financial page
What did you learn about money from your family? And how does that fit with your partner's financial values? Trying to trim costs only works when everyone in your household is on the same page. Katy… Audio
Will I have to pay for my spouse's rest home if we have a contracting out agreement?
RNZ's money correspondent Susan Edmunds answers your questions.
Do we still need cash?
Australia is pondering forcing some shops to accept cash , with some asking if New Zealand should follow suit.
Desperate tenants seek help from council
Tenants struggling to pay rent are scared they'll become homeless, while their landlord sits on a multi-million dollar fund designed to support them. Audio
Shoppers warned to take care with Black Friday discounts
Shoppers are being warned to take care with discounts offered for Black Friday. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds explains. Audio
Spending cuts damaging economy: economists
A group of economists is urging the Government to stop spending cuts which they say are damaging the economy. Economist Dr Ganesh Nana spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Rising rates spur frustrated mayor to appeal for 'frugal' approach
Some Christchurch City councillors are under the belief money falls out of the sky, the mayor says.
Treasury backs capital gains tax as best way to raise revenue
The tax is the only tax base-broadening measure likely to raise a significant amount of revenue, officials have told the government.
Is this the return of the property investor?
New data indicates that, after a while on the sidelines, investors are getting back into the market.
Millions raised for health issues on Givealittle
Thousands of people turn to crowdfunding platform Givealittle every year to raise money to cover their health needs - and it's prompted a warning from the insurance industry.
3% rates cap plea presented to South Wairarapa council
Just over 1000 South Wairarapa residents and ratepayers have signed a petition with the request.
Initiative will see Kiwis get helping hand on managing money, retirement
The Retirement Commission has brought together hundreds of financial service providers to help New Zealanders grow their money.
What can you buy for $1? Not much...
What does $1 get you these days? First Up producer Mahvash Ikram went to find out. Audio
Anger over 'diabolical' home loan wait times at banks
Mortgage advisers say they're getting a raw deal, and house-buyers are suffering.
Bank scam victim reimbursed $6000 after ombudsman steps in
A bank customer has been reimbursed $6000 she lost to scammers after the Banking Ombudsman intervened.
What can you buy for $1? Not much...
What does $1 get you these days? We sent our producer Mahvash Ikram to find out. Audio
Thrift: When to wash
Our grandparents used to do the washing once a week. Now New Zealanders use billions of litres of water every year, just on laundry. Katy Gosset looks at whether we're washing our clothes too often. Audio
