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Smart Money

Newstalk ZB 343 Episodes Sep 6, 2026

Smart Money is a personal finance podcast from Newstalk ZB that helps listeners make sense of their finances. It covers topics like debt, investments, mortgage rates, savings, and retirement planning. Industry experts provide tips on goal-setting and managing money effectively.

Episodes

Martin Hawes: Is a flexible Superannuation scheme worth it?
Martin Hawes: Is a flexible Superannuation scheme worth it? Sep 6, 2026 2437 Earlier this week, an interesting proposal was made to shake up the way we use Superannuation. A report from Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand indicates a flexible choice of when people can start receiving NZ Super could improve affordability. Would this be worth it? And who should be considering this as an option? Financial Author Martin Hawes joins Tim Beveridge on Smart Money to d
Nick Crawford: How do you talk to your spouse about money?
Nick Crawford: How do you talk to your spouse about money? Aug 30, 2026 2505 One of the first lessons mum and dad teach you is "it's rude to talk about money".  But when it comes to family life, it's important to be open about financial matters with your spouse. And in the workplace, talking about wages is often the way to make sure you're getting the same treatment as everyone else. So how do you go about it? How do you break the taboo?  Managing Director a
Janet Xuccoa: Managing Director for NZ Family Trust Services on what assets should be in a trust
Janet Xuccoa: Managing Director for NZ Family Trust Services on what assets should be in a trust Aug 23, 2026 2483 Trusts are no doubt a complicated thing.  There's a lot of moving parts, a lot of different parties involved, and most will be close to the Settlor, which can create it's own problems. So should you be thinking about getting a trust set up for your family? Managing Director for NZ Family Trust Services Janet Xuccoa joins Tim Beveridge to discuss when you should think about a trust, and w
Hamish Pepper: What's the reasoning behind RBNZ's decision to hike the OCR?
Hamish Pepper: What's the reasoning behind RBNZ's decision to hike the OCR? Aug 16, 2026 2401 The RBNZ recently hiked the OCR from 2.25% to 2.5%, and experts are expecting around another 1% of hikes over the next year, as managing inflation risks take priority over the weaker economy. But when will our economy start turning around? Hamish Pepper from Harbour Asset Management joins Tim Beveridge to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Amanda Morrall: Does AI play a role in personal finance?
Amanda Morrall: Does AI play a role in personal finance? Aug 9, 2026 2405 The Cost of Living Crisis has driven a lot of Kiwis to look for financial advice, and many turn to AI over a financial advisor. But is AI really that reliable as a source of financial advice? And investing in AI seems to be the thing to do at the moment, is it somethng you should be getting in to or watching with caution? Money Coach Amanda Morrall joins Tim Beveridge on Smart Money to discuss.&nb
Rupert Carlyon: What's the first step for wanna-be investors?
Rupert Carlyon: What's the first step for wanna-be investors? Aug 2, 2026 2487 When the cost of living crisis is driving your day-to-day costs up, putting money in to a Kiwisaver might not seem appealing.  But is it still important to keep the flow of money in to Kiwisaver going? And what do you do when you want to get started investing in an index fund? Founder and Managing director of Koura wealth Rupert Carlyon joins Tim Beveridge for Smart Money to discuss.  LI
Andrew Bascand & Sue Walker: Harbour Asset Management Co-CEO and Harbour Asset Management Senior Manager discuss energy payments
Andrew Bascand & Sue Walker: Harbour Asset Management Co-CEO and Harbour Asset Management Senior Manager discuss energy payments Jul 19, 2026 2456 Electricity and money go hand-in-hand. Every house needs power, and everything costs money.  So how do you balance the two in the midst of a Cost of Living Crisis? And what should you keep an eye out for that might impact the number on your energy bills? Harbour Asset Management Co-CEO Andrew Bascand & Harbour Asset Management Senior Manager Sue Walker join Tim Beveridge on Smart Money.&n
Sharon Chandra: Prenups can be challenged
Sharon Chandra: Prenups can be challenged Jul 12, 2026 2475 More than 7800 divorces were granted last year, with nearly 6000 underage children seeing their parents split - that's about 8 divorces for every 1000 marriages.  Looking deeper, about 5 percent of marriages end in 5 years, 15 percent end within 10, and more than a third dissolve within 25 years. With marriage numbers already declining, and the cost-of-living crisis still biting, how does a c
Sylvie Thrush-Marsh: What should you keep an eye out for in your employment contract?
Sylvie Thrush-Marsh: What should you keep an eye out for in your employment contract? Jul 5, 2026 2514 Everyone has an employment contract, but what should you be aware of when presented with a new one?  Some key parts that you'd think are a given may also be missing, so what shoud you make sure you have? MyHR's Chief Evangelist Sylvie Thrush-Marsh joins Tim Beveridge to answer your employment questions.  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Amanda Morrall: Don't pounce on every good deal you see
Amanda Morrall: Don't pounce on every good deal you see Jun 28, 2026 2499 With Property becoming less of the golden-goose egg we've made it out to be, people are focusing more on how else they can be financially stable - and with that stability, comes being disciplined with your money - and keeping your spending affairs in order. But how can we do that with loyalty programmes encouraging us to save? and mid-year sales going around? How do we keep our eyes on the long-te
Nathan Stanners: The pros and cons of National's compulsory Kiwisaver policy
Nathan Stanners: The pros and cons of National's compulsory Kiwisaver policy Jun 22, 2026 2457 Generate Kiwisaver's Nathan Stanners joins Tim Beveridge to chat National's compulsory Kiwisaver policy - and whether it's a good policy for the our retirement savings pool.  They also talk how your risk profile should change the closer your get to retirement.  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Janet Xuccoa: Your list of trustees has to be tight and reputable
Janet Xuccoa: Your list of trustees has to be tight and reputable Jun 7, 2026 2486 Earlier this year, a Christchurch businessman was found borrowing millions of dollars against his family trusts for his clothing company - racking up a $3-million dollar spend. His sister prompted legal action, and two homes had to be sold as collateral. But that brings up a question - what can we leave behind for our children and family that won't just be squandered or swindled? Trusts and inheri

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