I like the idea of Kiwi saver lump sums, having a component on pay out which must be taken in … More Annuities!
Retirement Policy Research Centre Newsletter
The RPRC Newsletter from Auckland University is always compulsory reading! <RPRC September 2019 Newsletter> Posted by Alec Waugh Nov 8th
New Retirement Commissioner
Govt names broadcasting exec as new Retirement Commissioner November 1, 2019 Jane Wrightson: Retirement Commissioner NZ On Air chief, … More New Retirement Commissioner
We are living longer but in poor health!
This writer is sceptical re the New Zealand headlines on longevity, accepting we are living longer, but the key issue … More We are living longer but in poor health!
Kiwi Saver news: The Fees are still far too high!!!
Kiwi Saver providers respond on member engagement but little movement on fees 10 October 2019 The Financial Market Authority (FMA) … More Kiwi Saver news: The Fees are still far too high!!!
Changing approach to inheritance monies, but don’t be a martyr for your kids!
Be very careful. Be wary of perceptions that different generations have had it easier than others. Rose coloured glass’s on … More Changing approach to inheritance monies, but don’t be a martyr for your kids!
NZ Super Costs
This 2018 article is a real mixture of conjecture, fact and opinion. It illustrates the difficulty of getting correct assessment … More NZ Super Costs
NZ SUPER IS IT ENOUGH: WESTPAC MASSEY FIN_ED CENTRE THOUGHTS
NZ Super is not enough, but most retirees doing OK The Retirement Expenditure Guidelines measure the real cost of … More NZ SUPER IS IT ENOUGH: WESTPAC MASSEY FIN_ED CENTRE THOUGHTS
NEW ZEALAND SUPERANNUATION:NON QUALIFYING PARTNER CHANGE!
New Zealand Superannuation and Veteran’s Pension changes From 1 July 2020, the Government is closing the non-qualified partner provision, and … More NEW ZEALAND SUPERANNUATION:NON QUALIFYING PARTNER CHANGE!
NEW ZEALAND SUPERANNUATION: GET THE FACTS RIGHT! EDITORIAL
CHARIOTS OF FIRE: NEW ZEALAND SUPERANNUATION Amanda Morrall, author, financial educator and wellness advocate was a guest on News Talk … More NEW ZEALAND SUPERANNUATION: GET THE FACTS RIGHT! EDITORIAL