Is moving back in with your parents at 30 and asking about KiwiSaver funds on a first date the new way of life? We chat about the ins and outs of the rising living costs and look at what steps we can take to prepare for a better future.

We took a trip down memory lane, chatting through the key takeaways from the year 2021.

We asked the BetterSaver team what Christmas movies have taught them about money. Hear what takeaways they got from enjoying festive films.

Rupert chats with Jade and Kale, about the upcoming KiwiSaver changes that will affect 300,000 Kiwis. 

This week we chatted to Aleisha Rutherford, the deputy Mayor of Palmerston North about her financial journey. She shares her story on how minimalism and caring for the environment had a significant impact on their financial situation. 

The team chat to Grace who won $1,000 cash in our July competition. She shares how she is going to use that money and how to save whilst being a student.

This week we had the privilege of hearing Tracy's story of how she went from being overwhelmed in debt to becoming "Debt Free Diva". 

You don't want to miss out on an free $521, this week we dive into member tax credits and what they mean for you. 

This week we break down the walls of deceptive marketing tactics surrounding KiwiSaver funds.

When you make an investment like a KiwiSaver fund, you’re doing it because you expect that investment will grow the money you’ve invested over time - but if you're not too sure about the ins and outs of returns, you're not alone. 

This podcast covers:

- What returns are and how compound interest works

- Paying off debt vs. contributing to KiwiSaver

- How to choose a high performing fund