/on-air/the-weekend-collective/smart-money/rss ¾ÅÒ»ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ Sun, 20 Apr 2025 08:05:53 Z en /on-air/the-weekend-collective/smart-money/max-whitehead-why-are-gen-x-so-unhireable/ /on-air/the-weekend-collective/smart-money/max-whitehead-why-are-gen-x-so-unhireable/ Just when they should be at their peak, older generations are being discriminated against for their age.  Do we no longer value experience?  LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 13 Apr 2025 06:00:56 Z /on-air/the-weekend-collective/smart-money/lisa-dudson-heres-where-your-money-is-safest-right-now/ /on-air/the-weekend-collective/smart-money/lisa-dudson-heres-where-your-money-is-safest-right-now/ While sweeping tariffs rock the global economy, it's hardly discussed how it will impact the everyday person.  So, where is the safest place to put your money?  LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 06 Apr 2025 06:01:24 Z /on-air/the-weekend-collective/smart-money/amanda-morrall-are-you-financially-average-and-does-it-matter/ /on-air/the-weekend-collective/smart-money/amanda-morrall-are-you-financially-average-and-does-it-matter/ The average hourly wage is $42.57, the average annual salary is $88,500.  The average home is worth $912,904, the average mortgage is $318,151. The average KiwiSaver is $37,079, depending on your age.  But does it really matter if you stack up to the nations averages?  LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 30 Mar 2025 04:24:15 Z /on-air/the-weekend-collective/smart-money/andrew-bascand-you-can-be-optimistic-about-where-the-economy-is-going/ /on-air/the-weekend-collective/smart-money/andrew-bascand-you-can-be-optimistic-about-where-the-economy-is-going/ While the economy is looking up, the forecasts from economists aren't sending a clear message.  Some are saying that even with a positive GDP result this week, we still have tough times ahead - while others say the state of global economics is an opportunity for growth in New Zealand.  LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 23 Mar 2025 04:58:37 Z /on-air/the-weekend-collective/smart-money/martin-hawes-working-after-65-isnt-just-good-for-your-bank-account/ /on-air/the-weekend-collective/smart-money/martin-hawes-working-after-65-isnt-just-good-for-your-bank-account/ Is it worth working after the age of 65? Or is it more of a need than a choice?  Martin Hawes joins The Weekend Collective to discuss the finances of retirement.  LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 16 Mar 2025 04:59:23 Z /on-air/the-weekend-collective/smart-money/amanda-morrall-stabilising-your-finances-in-unstable-times/ /on-air/the-weekend-collective/smart-money/amanda-morrall-stabilising-your-finances-in-unstable-times/ Amanda Morrall joins to discuss how you can stabilise your finances in the midst of an economy in turmoil. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 09 Mar 2025 05:00:00 Z /on-air/the-weekend-collective/smart-money/max-whitehead-your-cvs-font-could-lose-you-the-job/ /on-air/the-weekend-collective/smart-money/max-whitehead-your-cvs-font-could-lose-you-the-job/ Tim was recently told about an employer who binned a young man's CV for using three different fonts.  Max says it's not uncommon, and there are many small mistakes that will lose you the job.  LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 02 Mar 2025 05:01:31 Z /on-air/the-weekend-collective/smart-money/hamish-pepper-dont-act-too-quickly-after-ocr-announcement/ /on-air/the-weekend-collective/smart-money/hamish-pepper-dont-act-too-quickly-after-ocr-announcement/ The Reserve Bank of New Zealand cut the OCR by another 50 basis points this week.  Homeowners and hopeful buyers alike have been eagerly watching recent OCR announcements as interest rates continue to fall.  But why aren't the banks following suit?  LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 23 Feb 2025 04:59:42 Z /on-air/the-weekend-collective/smart-money/martin-hawes-mortgage-arrears-increase-by-1-100-in-december/ /on-air/the-weekend-collective/smart-money/martin-hawes-mortgage-arrears-increase-by-1-100-in-december/ New data from Centrix reveals that the number of homeowners behind on their mortgage increased by 1,100 in December alone. With the interest rates dropping significantly recently, why is it that homeowners are falling behind?  LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 09 Feb 2025 05:00:50 Z /on-air/the-weekend-collective/smart-money/nadine-higgins-finding-the-path-of-least-resistance/ /on-air/the-weekend-collective/smart-money/nadine-higgins-finding-the-path-of-least-resistance/ Humans are wired to find the path of least resistance - but how can that be done when it comes to your finances?  LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 02 Feb 2025 05:04:16 Z /on-air/the-weekend-collective/smart-money/max-whitehead-dust-off-that-cv/ /on-air/the-weekend-collective/smart-money/max-whitehead-dust-off-that-cv/ With a fresh year, and a wobbly economy, it's always a good idea to dust off the old CV and sure it's up to date.  LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 26 Jan 2025 04:59:12 Z