"Have you got enough money to live in New Zealand?"

In this episode, I dive into what it really costs to live in New Zealand, especially if you're moving with a family of four like we did. I break down all the essential living expenses we faced when we first arrived—including some hidden costs that caught us off guard.

I also talk about the minimum income I believe you need to earn to get by comfortably, based on our own experience. I share what we prioritized in our budget, what we had to leave out at first, and how we planned to add more things once we had two incomes coming in.

If you're thinking about moving to New Zealand or just want a realistic look at the cost of living here, I think this episode will give you some honest insight and help you plan better.

If you're thinking about moving to New Zealand or already on the journey, come join the free Soft Landing Inner Circle community. It's a place to get clarity, ask questions, and learn from others going through the same process. 👉 https://linktr.ee/softlandingnz

"Why We Moved – Again"

In this episode, we share the story behind our decision to terminate our lease early and move—again. We talk through the challenges of relocating, what led us to make the tough call, and the lessons we learned along the way. This journey, though unexpected, ultimately helped us find our true first rental home—a place where we could finally begin settling in and creating a space that feels right for our family.

If you're thinking about moving to New Zealand or already on the journey, come join the free Soft Landing Inner Circle community. It's a place to get clarity, ask questions, and learn from others going through the same process. 👉 https://linktr.ee/softlandingnz

Immigration is hard—there's no sugarcoating it. Our first week in Auckland New Zealand was filled with excitement, uncertainty, and a fair share of stress. But with a bit of preparation, a flexible mindset, and the determination to keep pushing forward, we made it through.

The Challenges We Faced:

• Housing Hunt
• Initial Expenses
• Navigating Systems
• Emotional Toll

How We Got Through It:

• Buffer Budget
• Adaptability
• Community + Online Resources
• Never Giving Up

If you're thinking about moving to New Zealand or already on the journey, come join the free Soft Landing Inner Circle community. It's a place to get clarity, ask questions, and learn from others going through the same process. 👉 https://linktr.ee/softlandingnz

Review of Our Last Days in County, Packing Up, Selling Everything, and Landing in Auckland, New Zealand. The process leading up to it was filled with highs, lows, and valuable lessons learned. Looking back, we can pinpoint what worked, what didn't, and what we wish we had done differently. I believe having a well-thought-out plan, a realistic budget, and an emergency fund for unexpected risks are absolutely essential. If you're thinking about moving to New Zealand or already on the journey, come join the free Soft Landing Inner Circle community. It's a place to get clarity, ask questions, and learn from others going through the same process. 👉 https://linktr.ee/softlandingnz

"Welcome to this podcast, designed for anyone thinking about, preparing for, or who has just immigrated to New Zealand. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode. Drawing from personal experience, this series will guide you through the process of preparing for your move, helping you navigate the challenges of immigration, and settle into your new home with ease." This is the Pilot Episode and the purpose of this episode is to give a bit of background information on who I am, why I have started this podcast and why we ended up in New Zealand.

If you're thinking about moving to New Zealand or already on the journey, come join the free Soft Landing Inner Circle community. It's a place to get clarity, ask questions, and learn from others going through the same process. 👉 https://linktr.ee/softlandingnz

"Welcome to this podcast, designed for anyone thinking about, preparing for, or who has just immigrated to New Zealand. Drawing from my personal experience, this series will guide you through the process of preparing for your move, helping you navigate the challenges of immigration, and settle into your new home with ease."

If you're thinking about moving to New Zealand or already on the journey, come join the free Soft Landing Inner Circle community. It's a place to get clarity, ask questions, and learn from others going through the same process. 👉 https://linktr.ee/softlandingnz