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No Stupid Questions with Susan Edmunds

RNZ
Kiwisaver
Personal Finance
Money Queries
RNZ National
Interest Rates
New Zealand
Official Cash Rate
New Zealand Superannuation
Bank Of Mum and Dad
Investing
Inflation
Economy
Taxation
Retirement
GDP
Home Loan Rates
Residential Care
Capital Gains Tax
Share Market
Productivity

RNZ money correspondent Susan Edmunds wants to demystify money and personal finance.

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Family stuff can be pretty tricky, especially after a bereavement. What can you do if you're partner has passed on and their kids want you to sell your house so they can get a payout? Speaking of kids, why isn't the cost of childcare tax deductible? ... more

Plenty of us rent the homes we live in. How do we know if we're paying more for it than we should? Susan finds out and asks if anyone is making money from your rental bond, as well as how to avoid being scammed when you're investing, and whether your... more

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More than 600,000 New Zealanders have a student loan. If you’re one of them, you might have questions - like what happens if you die? Does your partner have to take on half if you split? We're looking at this as well as pension questions, tax questio... more

Can I invest in gold through my KiwiSaver? Will I still get my pension if I live on my boat? And what is a disappointment gap?

Questions this week for Susan:

00.54 Can I invest in gold through my KiwiSaver?

02.39 I qualify for superannuation but ... more

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Rupert Carlyon
Founder of Koura, a Kiwisaver provider
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Episode: Should I save or invest for my kid's financial future?
Ana-Marie Lockyer
Chief Executive at Pie Funds
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Gareth Kennan
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Kelly Echold
Chief Economist at Westpac
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Episode: What's going to happen to home loan rates?
Paul Brislin
Chief Executive of the Telecommunications Forum
Episode: What's going to happen to home loan rates?
Dean Anderson
Founder of Colonel Wealth
Colonel Wealth
Episode: Can I invest my Kiwisaver in more than one kind of fund?
Shamabil Yakub
Chief Economist at Simplicity
Simplicity
Episode: Can I invest my Kiwisaver in more than one kind of fund?
Nick Brunston
Principal Economist at Infometrics
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Episode: What is GDP and why should I give a hoot?

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Susan Edmunds
RNZ Money Correspondent and host of No Stupid Questions, focused on demystifying personal finance and money management.

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What happens if I die before paying off my student loan?
Q: Does having savings of around $50,000 or less on top of KiwiSaver qualify a senior for accommodation allowance while they're flatting?
Yes, any savings can deter qualification for the accommodation supplement, which has strict asset limits.
What happens if I die before paying off my student loan?
Q: Can a student loan be considered relationship property?
A student loan is usually personal debt, but it can sometimes be considered relationship property if it was borrowed for shared living costs.
What happens if I die before paying off my student loan?
Q: What happens to my student loan if I pass away? Does it have to be paid off from my estate?
If you die, your student loan will be written off.
Can I go for gold with KiwiSaver?
Q: What happens if you retire abroad without a reciprocal agreement?
You need to notify MSD if staying out of New Zealand for more than six months to avoid repayment of the pension.
Can I go for gold with KiwiSaver?
Q: Should I claim New Zealand Superannuation now that I am working?
Yes, you can claim it at any point, and there's no income test or asset test applicable.

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Exploring the nuances of personal finance and money management is at the forefront of the discussions, with topics ranging from KiwiSaver, pensions, and banking practices to broader economic indicators. The episodes feature candid Q&A segments with listeners posing essential financial questions, which are tackled by expert hosts, offering practical advice and strategies for managing one's finances in a changing economic landscape. Unique insights on the implications of current financial trends provide listeners with clarity and actionable tips, making complex financial topics more accessible to a general audience.

The podcast stands out for its interactive approach, inviting audience participation while providing a blend of basic financial... more

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