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Smart Money

Newstalk ZB
Kiwisaver
Interest Rates
New Zealand
Employment Law
New Zealand Economy
Inflation
Harbour Asset Management
Retirement Planning
Investment Strategies
Spending Habits
Personal Finance
Trusts
Financial Independence
Reserve Bank Of New Zealand
Asset Protection
Budgeting
Financial Planning
Financial Literacy
New Zealand Family Trust Services
Family Trusts

Looking to make sense of your dollars? Newstalk ZB’s Smart Money delves into the deep, dark recesses of unwanted debt, traverses the highs and lows of investments and helps to ensure you money works for you.Our industry experts give us their top tips on a wide selection of topics including mortgage rates, stock, savings, goal-setting and retirement.

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Retirement is the time most people dream of, the days where you no longer need to work or study, and you can enjoy a slow and simple life. But what does it actually take to retire?

And, when Super is under threat, and the only stable thing about th... more

The age of retirement is back in the forefront of news this week after a report from the OECD recommended means testing the age of eligibility for NZ Super or risk an unsustainable rise in public debt.

The agency says New Zealand's ageing populati... more

All investment accounts are a bit touch and go at the moment.

If you're checking your KiwiSaver more than a few times a year, the amount of movement could really start to get to your head.

But for those close to or at retirement age, or about t... more

Divorce is still one of those taboo topics we tend to avoid, but up to 40% of marriages end that way here in New Zealand, so it's probably about time we become a bit more comfortable with it.

It's not always a hostile end, some couples are even ab... more

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Recent Guests

Nathan Stanners
KiwiSaver advisor at Generate KiwiSaver
Generate KiwiSaver
Episode: Nathan Stanners: Don't get too caught up with checking your KiwiSaver balance
Sharon Chandra
Barrister at Bankside Chambers, relationship property lawyer
Bankside Chambers
Episode: Sharon Chandra: You can't DIY a divorce
Janet Xuccoa
Managing Director for New Zealand Family Trust Services
New Zealand Family Trust Services
Episode: Janet Xuccoa: Most people should really have a trust
Andrew Bascand
Chief Investment Officer, Harbor Asset Management
Harbour Asset Management
Episode: Andrew Bascand: Iran conflict impacts more than just gas prices
Amanda Morrall
Money Coach
Episode: Amanda Morrall: Saving money with rising costs
Chris Wilson
Co-CEO, Harbor Asset Management
Harbor Asset Management
Episode: Chris Wilson: KiwiSaver changes need some tweaking
Nick Crawford
Managing Director at the Private Office, author of Sudden Money and How to Handle It
The Private Office
Episode: Nick Crawford: The mistakes people make with a windfall
Lisa Dudson
Personal Wealth Educator at Acumen
Acumen
Episode: Lisa Dudson: Is it time to fix long term?
Martin Hawes
Financial expert and author
Episode: Martin Hawes: Higher earners increasingly seeking budgeting help

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Tim Beveridge
Host of Smart Money segment and key broadcaster on retirement and personal finance topics.

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4.2 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
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Listeners appreciate the clarity on KiwiSaver and retirement planning.
Diverse guest mix provides actionable insights for real life budgeting and investing.
Great host questions keep complex topics accessible.
Polished financial content with practical takeaways.

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Sharon Chandra: You can't DIY a divorce
Q: Can you do a DIY divorce?
The divorce itself can be done without a lawyer, but for a legally binding property division you'll need legal advice and a formal agreement.
Andrew Bascand: Iran conflict impacts more than just gas prices
Q: What should individual investors keep in mind when markets are noisy but long-term opportunities exist in sectors like lithium or rare earths?
Keep a diversified approach rather than chasing a single stock; consider broad exposure through diversified mining or resource funds, and maintain a long time horizon to ride through volatility, as opposed to trying to time peaks and troughs based on sensational headlines.
Andrew Bascand: Iran conflict impacts more than just gas prices
Q: What role could renewable energy and data centers play for New Zealand in responding to these energy pressures?
Renewables and data centers offer a way to diversify energy use, improve energy security, and attract high-value investment. BYOP (bring-your-own-power) models and contracted power from new renewables are likely prerequisites for large data-center projects, which could help grow electricity demand in a stable, managed way while reducing reliance on volatile fossil fuels.
Andrew Bascand: Iran conflict impacts more than just gas prices
Q: Can you explain how the current petrol price shock could influence inflation and the monetary stance in the near term?
The shock could raise energy-related costs and potentially lift inflation expectations if households and businesses start pricing in higher energy costs into wages and prices, but central banks will assess whether this is transitory or persistent and adjust policy accordingly with a focus on returning inflation to the 2% target.
Amanda Morrall: Saving money with rising costs
Q: What are the things Amanda suggests doing to make money management easier?
She emphasizes reframing budgeting as achievable, making small, consistent changes, planning meals and shopping, and exploring resources like subsidies and workplace programs to cushion costs, while also addressing the emotional side of money anxiety.

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Smart Money offers accessible, practical finance and money-management conversations anchored by a well-connected host. Episodes frequently center on retirement policy, KiwiSaver, personal budgeting, and how geopolitical or market shifts ripple into everyday budgets. Guests come from investment firms, legal practices, and financial services, delivering actionable guidance on saving, planning for retirement, and prudent money moves. A notable strength is the blend of technical topics (KiwiSaver, trusts, inflation) with real-world scenarios, listener questions, and clear takeaways for households and investors alike.

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1. Nathan Stanners
2. Sharon Chandra
3. Janet Xuccoa
4. Andrew Bascand
5. Amanda Morrall
6. Chris Wilson
7. Nick Crawford
8. Lisa Dudson

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