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The biggest IPO in history is coming… but is it a once-in-a-generation opportunity or a massive trap?
In this episode, we break down the potential SpaceX IPO, covering what an IPO actually is, the eye-watering $1.75-$2 trillion valuation, lack of profitability, concerns around no lock-up periods, exit liquidity risks, and why hype-driven investing could leave retail investors holding the bag.
Next Steps: Want to build a portfolio that doesn’t rely on hype? Get in touch with Lighthouse Financial to create a strategy grounded in long-term fundamentals.
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Markets held up better than expected but the story underneath is where it gets interesting.
In this quarterly update, we break down how the Middle East oil shock impacted global markets, why NZ equities underperformed, where money is rotating (value, infrastructure, emerging markets), and what it all means for your portfolio heading into the next quarter.
Next steps: If you want a portfolio built to handle volatility like this, speak to the Lighthouse Wealth team about structuring your investments for the long term.
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New Zealand’s $9.3 billion tax bill reveals how tax arrears, rising costs, and cashflow pressure are impacting businesses nationwide.
In this episode, we break down how tax paid in arrears, rising costs, post-COVID pressure, and compounding penalties have pushed businesses into debt, why IRD is cracking down harder than ever, and what it means for the wider economy.
Next steps: If you’re behind on tax or want to avoid it snowballing, speak to the Lighthouse team to structure a plan, reduce penalties, and get back in control early.
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Upgrading your home isn’t about buying bigger - it’s about making the numbers work.
In this episode, we break down how to actually move into your “forever home” - from using equity and navigating bridging finance to timing your sale, getting pre-approval, and avoiding the common mistakes that can set you back years.
Next Steps: If you’re thinking about upgrading, the smartest next step is getting clarity on your numbers - get in touch with Lighthouse Mortgages to map out exactly what’s possible for you.
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New Zealand isn’t broken but the way we think about money, risk, and business might be.
In this episode, we sit down with Luke Kemeys and Simon Rolland to unpack New Zealand’s productivity problem - from risk-averse mindsets and property obsession to aging business owners, talent leaving overseas, and what actually needs to change to build a stronger economy.
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Pokémon cards beat the market… but that doesn’t mean they should be your strategy.
In this episode, we break down the eye-watering 3,800% return of Pokémon cards versus the S&P 500, unpack how alternative assets like collectibles, wine, and luxury goods actually gain value, and explain the real risks - from speculation and hype cycles to lack of cashflow, valuation challenges, and why most investors are better off sticking to proven wealth-building fundamentals.
Next Steps: If you want a clear plan that balances investing, property, debt, and long-term wealth, the Lighthouse team can help you structure it properly.
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Buying a home together might be the dream but for many couples, it’s where things start to fall apart.
In this episode, we unpack Charlie Munger’s “ladies, liquor, and leverage” rule, diving into how property debt, rising interest rates, and financial pressure are driving relationship breakdowns, the risks of going all-in on leverage, and what happens legally and financially when couples split after buying a home.
Next steps: Thinking about getting on the property ladder? Talk to the Lighthouse Mortgages team today and make sure you’re set up the right way from the start.
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Most first homes don’t make good investment properties but people keep holding them anyway.
In this episode, we break down why so many Kiwis become “accidental property investors,” covering low rental yields, rising costs, cashflow top-ups, emotional decision-making, and when holding your first home actually does make sense.
Next steps: If you’re thinking about your next move with property, speak to the Lighthouse mortgage team - we’ll help you understand your lending position and what you can actually do from here.
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It feels harder than ever to get ahead right now - even if you’re doing everything right.
In this episode, we break down the reality behind that feeling - juggling mortgages, kids, careers, and ageing parents - while unpacking rising living costs, financial pressure, comparison culture, and how to think about progress, balance, and long-term wealth through different seasons of life.
Next Steps: If this feels like you right now, it might be time to step back and build a plan that actually works for your stage of life - that’s exactly what we help clients do at Lighthouse Wealth.
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With NZ property prices flat in 2026, should you be buying or waiting it out?
In this episode, we break down whether 2026 is actually a smart time to buy property in New Zealand, covering market equilibrium, regional differences, investor sentiment, interest rate uncertainty, and why long-term strategy matters more than trying to time short-term growth.
Next Steps: Thinking about buying in 2026 but not sure how to navigate interest rates or structure your lending? Chat to the Lighthouse Mortgage team to build a strategy that works in today’s market.
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