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The Prosperity Project

NZ Herald
Kiwisaver
Personal Finance
New Zealand
Home Ownership
Investment Strategies
Retirement Planning
Real Estate
Financial Literacy
Financial Independence
Debt
Financial Education
Tax Deductibility
Interest Rates
Debt Management
Financial Planning
Mortgage
Credit Cards
Retirement
Financial Resilience
Gold

The Prosperity Project is a weekly personal finance podcast from the NZ Herald. Join host Nadine Higgins every Monday as she talks to experts from New Zealand and around the world about the biggest money issues to help you become more prosperous.

Follow The Prosperity Project on iHeartRadio or wherever you get your podcasts. To get in touch with the podcast, email nadine.higgins@nzme.co.nz

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Latest Episodes

It's one thing to talk about money, and and something else entirely to talk to it. But for Rachel Davies, that shift changed everything.

Rachel and her Hi Money co-founder Angela Meyer join Nadine to unpack the emotional side of money. From avoidan... more

Helping your kids get ahead financially sounds simple, but get it wrong and things unravel fast.

Wealth and succession lawyer Andrew Clements has seen what happens when it goes wrong, from family disputes to parents losing their homes. He joins Nadi... more

Imagine having a financial adviser in your pocket. With AI innovations transforming what finance apps are capable of, that reality might not be too far away.

Instead of just tracking your spending, saving and investments, advances internationally a... more

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Recent KiwiSaver changes were meant to strengthen the scheme, but one expert says they risk doing the opposite.

Mary Holm joins Nadine Higgins to break down why cuts to government contributions hit low income earners hardest, and how current settin... more

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Recent Guests

Josh Daniell
Co-founder of Akahu
Akahu
Episode: AI is coming for your finances. Are you ready?
Mary Holm
KiwiSaver expert, author, columnist
NZ Herald/The Prosperity Project
Episode: Is KiwiSaver working the way it should?
Ilse Wolfe
Founder of Wolfe Property Coaching
Wolfe Property Coaching
Episode: Is property investment dead? Not if you do it right.
Jonathan Sergel
Chief Mobility Officer, AA
AA – New Zealand Automobile Association
Episode: Are EVs worth it in NZ? Running costs, battery life and price comparisons
Yasmin Frazer
Learning Lead at Sorted In Schools
Sorted In Schools
Episode: Schools are teaching money in class, but what are we teaching at home?
Sam Dickie
Senior Portfolio Manager at Fisher Funds
Fisher Funds
Episode: What do professional investors do when the world is on fire?
David Very
Financial mentor
Financial mentoring practitioner (NZ)
Episode: Is 2026 the year we finally catch a break?
Maria Slade
Investigative journalist at BusinessDesk, launching a podcast about Du Val and the collapse
BusinessDesk / NZME
Episode: What we can learn about investing from the fall of Du Val
Tom Hartmann
Head of Personal Finance at the Retirement Commission
Retirement Commission
Episode: The art of spending in retirement

Host

Nadine Higgins
Host of the show, guiding discussions on personal finance and investing with NZ and international experts.

Reviews

3.5 out of 5 stars from 65 ratings
  • Uber one???

    I normally love your podcasts but how can uber one be sponsoring an episode about becoming mortgage faster? Seems very counterproductive

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    tyuioppkhgffdsdg
    New Zealand6 months ago
  • Awful stuff

    Don’t listen to this

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Ygritte107
    New Zealanda year ago
  • A great informative listen

    Such an enjoyable and informative listen, delivered in a way that is easily digestible. I love that Nadine has an incredible amount of proven expertise in the finance space, it’s clear she really knows her stuff, but is skilled in delivering it in a way that those who don’t can understand. Great range of topics covered so far - there really is something for everyone!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Booksnmore22
    New Zealanda year ago
  • When later is now sooner

    I think we should rebrand “Retirement” - for years it feels too far off to worry about, then all of a sudden it’s looming. Great episode discussing a reader’s question and fears that it might be too late.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kiwi-j2
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Not great

    There are so many better money podcasts out there, don’t know why you’d bother with this boring one

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    First thing 24533
    New Zealanda year ago

Listeners Say

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Some critiques note mismatches between sponsorships and topics and variable episode pacing.
A few reviews call the show repetitive or less engaging than earlier sources of similar content.
Guests and topics are generally informative and accessible, with strong praise for expert insights and real-world applications.
Overall sentiment highlights practical value and credibility, tempered by occasional dissatisfaction with format or sponsorship alignment.
Listeners appreciate clear, digestible finance guidance and practical tips from an experienced host.

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#53
New Zealand/Trending
Apple Podcasts
#199
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Apple Podcasts
#9
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Talking Points

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Is KiwiSaver working the way it should?
Q: Do you think the changes Holm would like to see are feasible?
Holm explains that expanding eligibility, formalizing beneficiary participation, and considering sidecar savings are deserving ideas, but implementation depends on political will and budgetary constraints.
Are EVs worth it in NZ? Running costs, battery life and price comparisons
Q: So we've got the PHEV, the HEV, the BEV, what are they?
Jonathan explains BEV as 100% electric with no internal combustion; PHEV as plug-in hybrid with an ICE; HEV as hybrid with no plug-in, using an on-board hybrid system.
Is property investment dead? Not if you do it right.
Q: What role does rent-vesting play for new entrants to property investing?
Rent-vesting allows people to start investing with a lower upfront cost by renting where they live while purchasing investment properties to build cash flow and equity, a strategy that can accelerate wealth without overextending on the family home.
Is property investment dead? Not if you do it right.
Q: How do you make numbers work when yields are low and prices are high?
By focusing on existing, high-potential properties, adding value through cosmetic renovations to create additional bedrooms, and leveraging land where possible to boost cash flow, all while coordinating with a strong team and lenders who understand the BRRRR approach.
What do professional investors do when the world is on fire?
Q: How should investors think about gold as a safe haven during crises?
Gold can act as a safe haven, but its performance isn't guaranteed during every crisis, especially when crowded trades push investors toward or away from it; positioning matters and history provides context but not a guarantee.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Prosperity Project

What is The Prosperity Project about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on practical money management and smarter investing within a New Zealand context, featuring accessible discussions with experts across property, retirement, crypto, mortgages, and personal finance. Episodes emphasize cash flow, debt strategies, and real-world decision making, often blending data-driven insights with relatable stories to help listeners rethink traditional wealth-building paths. A notable strength is translating complex topics—such as regulatory changes, AI-driven markets, and retirement tools—into actionable tips for everyday listeners, whether they're budgeting, buying a home, or planning for the future. The format regularly invites guests from finance, journalism, and education to offer diverse perspectiv... more

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2. Mary Holm
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7. David Very
8. Maria Slade

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