by Cheques and Balances
46% of Kiwis are worried about money. Whether it is just making it to the next payday, trying to get onto the property ladder, paying down credit card debt or saving for retirement. James Blair and Michael Vincent have been in financial services in New Zealand for 20 years combined. Cheques & Balances is a weekly podcast where James and Michael share their insights on how to get ahead financially and achieve financial freedom. Check out our website below: lighthousefinancial.co.nz
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April 29, 2025
<p><strong>Think you're all set for retirement? Think again.</strong> In this episode, Jess and Makayla break down why New Zealand Super and KiwiSaver might not cut it, and use real numbers to show the true cost of living comfortably in retirement—plus the serious financial gap many Kiwis are facing.</p><p><strong>Next Steps</strong>: Not sure if your KiwiSaver and retirement plan will get you across the finish line? <a href="https://lighthousefinancial.co.nz/contact/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Book a free chat</a> with a Lighthouse Financial advisor and get a clear, tailored strategy for your future.</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>For more money tips follow us on:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/lighthousefinancialnz/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/lighthousefinancialnz/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a></p><p>The content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions.</p>
April 27, 2025
<p><strong>Compounding interest is your secret weapon to long-term wealth—if you know how to use it. </strong>In this episode, we sit down with Luke Kemeys from <a href="https://www.keepthechange.co.nz/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Keep the Change</a> to unpack the power of compounding returns, when to invest versus pay down debt, the psychology behind delayed gratification, and how consistent action—financial or otherwise—can lead to exponential outcomes over time.</p><p><strong>Learn more about Luke here:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.keepthechange.co.nz/">Keep The Change</a></p><p><a href="https://nextadvisory.nz/">Next Advisory</a></p><p><strong>Next Steps: </strong>Ready to invest smarter and build a financial plan that actually works? Connect with the team at Lighthouse Financial to <a href="https://lighthousefinancial.co.nz/wealth/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">get started here</a></p><p><strong>For more money tips follow us on:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/lighthousefinancialnz/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/lighthousefinancialnz/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a></p><p>The content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions.</p>
April 24, 2025
<p><strong>Start the new financial year on the front foot by getting your tax setup sorted early.</strong> Amanda Quill, Accounting Director at Lighthouse, joins us to share 10 smart tax moves every business owner and property investor should know—from setting up the right bank accounts and claiming deductions to managing GST and planning ahead for provisional tax</p><p><br><strong>Next Steps:</strong> Unsure about your tax setup? Chat with <a href="https://lighthousefinancial.co.nz/accounting/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Lighthouse Accounting</a> to stay compliant, maximise deductions, and kick off the financial year with confidence.</p><p><br><strong>Want to learn more? Check out these episodes below:</strong><br><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/6Yull2ihusbh8hfxfIIZva?si=e55945c8c5cc4a34" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">How to Build Your 2025 Financial Plan</a></p><p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/5ZHtmtEEDtGcwXzMHx4vXK?si=bc7be7d136774e1e" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">What Kiwis Should Do Now: Trump Market Crash</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>For more money tips follow us on:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/lighthousefinancialnz/">Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/lighthousefinancialnz/">Instagram</a></p><p>The content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions.</p>
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