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What happens when you're financially responsible for both your kids AND your parents?
We're joined by Lighthouse Financial Adviser Kathy Faulkner, who shares her firsthand experience navigating the midlife squeeze, from paying off her parents' mortgage while raising a young family to managing competing financial priorities, setting boundaries and building long-term wealth without sacrificing her own financial future.
Next Steps: If you're juggling the financial demands of supporting your family while trying to plan for your own future, book a chat with Kathy to build a financial plan that works for you.
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The content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions.
Will KiwiSaver be enough to save New Zealand's retirement system?
We're joined by Dean Anderson, CEO and founder of Kernel, to unpack the future of NZ Super, the growing pressure of an ageing population, and whether KiwiSaver reform could be the answer to New Zealand's retirement challenges. From raising the retirement age and making KiwiSaver compulsory to rethinking our obsession with property, we explore what needs to change to secure the next generation's financial future.
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To learn more about Kernel and their investment options, click here.If you're wondering whether your KiwiSaver and investments are on track to support the retirement you want, get in touch with our team at Lighthouse Financial to review your options and start planning for the future.
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New Zealand has been ranked the 6th most taxed country in the world, with tax revenue accounting for 32.6% of GDP. But are we paying too much, or is our economy simply too small?
We unpack how New Zealand's tax system compares to Australia's, from income tax and GST to capital gains tax and property investment, and debate whether higher taxes, poor productivity and government spending are holding back our economic growth.
Next Steps: Want to make sure you're not paying more tax than you need to? Get in touch with our accounting team at Lighthouse Financial to review your tax position and make sure you're making the most of what's available to you.
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What's the point of building wealth if one unexpected event could wipe it all out?We unpack the three essentials of protecting your financial future: emergency funds, wills and estate planning, and insurance. From understanding how much life insurance you actually need to avoiding costly insurance mistakes, we share practical strategies to protect your income, your family and the wealth you've worked hard to build.Life Insurance Calculator: Find out how much life insurance you might need with our free life insurance calculator. If you're unsure whether your financial plan is properly protected, get in touch with the Lighthouse Financial team to review your insurance, estate planning and financial safety nets.
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Could a land tax completely reshape New Zealand’s property market? The Opportunity Party leader Qiulae Wong joins us to unpack the party’s proposed tax reset, including a 1.75% land value tax and Citizen’s Income. We also explore housing affordability, property investment, compulsory KiwiSaver, the future of NZ Super, and what needs to change to build a more productive New Zealand economy.Next steps: Want to dive deeper into The Opportunity Party’s policies? Read more about their plans and what they’re proposing for New Zealand here.
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A $300 million tax break for property investors. But who's really going to benefit?
We sit down with Lighthouse Financial Managing Director and tax expert Matthew Harris to unpack ACT's proposal to remove property tax ring-fencing, what it could mean for landlords' tax refunds, rental prices and property investment returns, and whether the policy has any chance of becoming law.
Next Steps: Own an investment property or thinking about buying one? Speak with the Lighthouse Accounting team to make sure your property is structured tax-efficiently, you're claiming the deductions you're entitled to, and you're making the most of your investment.
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Not everything a real estate agent tells you is the full story.
We sit down with Alex Martelli, founder of Martelli Buyers Agents, to unpack real estate agent horror stories, from questionable multi-offer tactics and misleading property listings to hidden flood risks, dodgy sales techniques, and the red flags every buyer should know before purchasing a home.
Next Steps: Looking for expert support when buying a property? Get in touch with Alex Martelli and her team to help you find, negotiate and secure the right home.
Buying a home? Our mortgage team can help you understand your borrowing power, secure the right lending and navigate the buying process with confidence.
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Is New Zealand entering a new era of business growth?
We sit down with Robbie Paul, CEO of Icehouse Ventures, to explore the future of Kiwi entrepreneurship, the rise of billion-dollar businesses, the role of venture capital, and why New Zealand could be on the brink of its biggest era of innovation yet.
Next steps: learn more about Icehouse Ventures and the Kiwi businesses they're backing.
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Think your index fund is diversified? You might be taking on more risk than you realise.
In this episode, we unpack the hidden risks of index investing, from the S&P 500's heavy exposure to the Magnificent Seven and the surprising decisions behind supposedly passive funds, to why diversification, portfolio structure and your stage of life matter more than simply chasing returns.
KiwiSaver Comparison Calculator: See how your KiwiSaver fund stacks up against other providers and whether it's delivering competitive returns.
5 Golden Rules of Investing: Explore James' five golden rules for building a diversified investment portfolio and managing risk over the long term.
Want to know whether your investments are actually diversified? Get in touch with our Wealth team to review your portfolio, understand your risk exposure and make sure your investment strategy aligns with your long-term financial goals.
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You could be worth millions and still struggle to fund your retirement.
We unpack why property wealth doesn't always translate into retirement income, the pros and cons of term deposits, bonds, cash funds and shares, and how to balance investment growth, risk and cash flow to fund the retirement lifestyle you actually want.
Next Steps: Want to make sure your investments can fund the retirement lifestyle you're working towards? Get in touch with the Lighthouse Wealth team to build a retirement investment strategy tailored to your goals.
Want to explore more ways to generate income in retirement? Check out MoneyHub’s guide here.
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