Financial resources and news
Check in regularly for the latest financial resources and news. The financial industry is always changing, so we’ll keep you up to date about anything that may affect you, your family or your business. We’ll also post tips and advice about how to make your money work better for you.
Remember, if you have any questions, we’re always here to offer advice.
Reserve Bank to ease LVR restrictions
Starting 1 December 2025, the Reserve Bank of New Zealand is relaxing the rules around mortgage lending to make it easier for people to borrow
Job-hopping may affect your mortgage options
Are you a job-hopper or a long-termer? In the past, floating from job to job used to be a black mark on your CV, as
Boost your financial wellbeing with Booster Savvy and the Booster app
Imagine being able to monitor your total financial life from a single dashboard – including your KiwiSaver scheme, bank accounts, savings, debts, shares, property and
Cole Murray Financial Advisers are award winning
Our Financial Advisers work really hard for our clients, and the devil is very much in the detail in this industry. It’s a paper-work heavy
Why Insurance Advice from a professional beats DIY
Insurance decisions can feel overwhelming. With banks offering seemingly convenient packages and online platforms promising quick quotes, it’s tempting to take the easy path. But
Investment update – August 2025
The last few months have been a bit of a rollercoaster! Markets went up, then down, then back up again. But here’s the good news,
What is the difference between stepped and level insurance premiums?
One of the key components in considering your life insurance is short and long-term affordability. t’s discuss the difference between, ‘Stepped’ and ‘Level’ premiums and
Ready for an adventure? The Cole Murray Cape Kidnappers Trail Run is Back!
Get ready for one of Hawke’s Bay’s most loved events! The Cole Murray Cape Kidnappers Trail Run is returning on 27 September 2025, and we
Reached 65! What shall you do with your KiwiSaver?
Approaching 65 is an exciting milestone for KiwiSaver members — it’s when you gain full access and control over the retirement savings you’ve built throughout
Getting started with a retirement plan
Successful retirement planning is a key part of being prepared for life after work. Haven’t given much thought to your plans for retirement? You’re not
To invest or pay off your mortgage … what’s the best option?
We hate to break it to you, but the answer is what you’ll hear from our Financial Advisers every time. It all depends on your
Free money from the Government? Yes please!
Have you put enough into your KiwiSaver this year to make sure you receive the maximum contribution from the government? The maximum you can receive