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The Prosperity Project

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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33:38

The cost of divorce: What not to do if you want to...

The Prosperity Project ·

2025/07/20

We all know that ‘til death do us part’ doesn’t always end up that way, even if we don't like thinking about it. But divorce can be financially devastating, and some simple errors can make that process even more costly and difficult than it needs to be. Enable.me financial adviser Shelley Palman, who has been through divorce herself and coached countless clients through the process, joins Nadine this week to discuss the simple do's and don't's when it comes to getting divorced that

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33:58

Melissa Chan-Green on life after Newshub and finding...

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2025/07/13

It’s one thing to decide to move on from a job or career, but what happens when you’re at the top of your game and your job just... evaporates? After many years as a television journalist, Melissa Chan-Green was co-hosting The AM Show on Three when Warner Bros. Discovery announced it was closing Newshub and its associated shows. So how do you navigate the financial side of redundancy, and then find your feet again in a shrinking industry? Melissa Chan-Green joins Nadine this week on The

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29:09

From Lego to handbags - could your collections be the...

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2025/07/06

When it comes to investing, we all know the usual suspects – shares, bonds, property, gold. But the latest Financial Services Council report found 7% of people have ‘collectables’ among their investments. So what makes something you like to collect an investment ... and how do you make money out of it? Gertjan Verdickt is a finance expert at the University of Auckland, who has written a book about ‘passion’ investing, The Passion Portfolio, and he joins Nadine this week

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28:07

The Māori Millionaire Te Kahukura Boynton on her...

The Prosperity Project ·

2025/06/29

The Māori Millionaire Te Kahukura Boynton is a young wahine on a mission to change not just her own money mindset and financial trajectory, but that of her people. At just 21, she is a podcaster, entrepreneur and now the author of Māori Millionaire – A Beginner’s Guide to Building Better Money Habits. She joins Nadine this week to talk her journey, how close she is to becoming a millionaire, and why prioritising her health is a key part of that journey. If you have a question you want

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30:59

Why are we so reluctant to take out personal insurance?

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2025/06/22

New Zealanders are among the most underinsured in the OECD, according to the Financial Services Council. We insure our cars, our houses and our other stuff, but not what is arguably our biggest asset - ourselves. Givealittle fundraisers for families that have hit hard times and need help have become increasingly common. But is insurance the answer, and if so, why don’t more of us have it? Today, Nadine is digging into the specifics of insurance, and our avoidance of it, with insurance adviser

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39:52

Morgan Penn talks quitting her corporate career to...

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2025/06/15

After a decade in a career, it’s perhaps not unusual that you’d consider doing something different, but some career changes can be bolder than others. Morgan Penn is a somatic sexologist, and co-host of the multi-award-winning juggernaut of a podcast, Sex.Life. But before that, she spent 15 years in the media – so this was not just your regular run-of-the-mill career change. She joins Nadine to talk about her financial journey - what motivated her career change, how she made the

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27:15

What you need to know about investing this year with...

The Prosperity Project ·

2025/06/08

Sharemarkets have been like the wild west this year. We’re told to ‘buy the dip’ because that’s when shares are on a big briscoes-esque sale, but before you know you’ve blinked, and the dip is done So if you’re just getting started dabbling in investing and have been thrown by the year's events so far, what do you need to know about the mechanics of it? How do you invest internationally, and can you invest in some of the biggest companies imaginable? Nadine is

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32:24

The true cost of owning pets and where to find savings

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2025/06/01

Owning a pet can bring aso much joy to your life - but it can also bring some big expenses. Some people can spend a fortune on their pets, and as they get older, those costs often increase. And that's before you factor in breeds and how that can impact what you spend. To talk about some of the costs that you need to be prepared for, this week Nadine is joined by Michelle de Long, chief operating officer at PD Pet Insurance If you have a question you want answered, or a financial story to share, get

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23:55

What KiwiSaver changes and more means testing means...

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2025/05/25

The Government has unveiled the latest Budget, and it is full of things that are likely to affect your back pocket in one way or another – with changes to KiwiSaver, Best Start, JobSeeker benefits, and Working for Families. If all the headlines sent you a bit cross eyed, don’t worry - today we’re going to step you through the detail so you know what you’re dealing with. To help us do that, Nadine is joined by the NZ Herald's Wellington Business Editor, Jenée

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23:21

What to avoid doing if you are trying to buy property

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2025/05/18

Buying property is one of the biggest financial commitments you’ll ever make, and in this country, it can be really difficult to achieve. For most of us, the most important first step is to qualify for a mortgage. So, how do you improve your chances of getting the lending you need to be in the market, and what do you need to know about what you’ve signed up for? This week, Nadina talks with director of The Loan Market and senior advisor Cam Marcroft to get all the tips and tricks you

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31:32

The secrets to saving money on your wedding - and the...

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2025/05/11

The average wedding in New Zealand is on the rise - once thought to be around $30,000, that cost for higher-end weddings has doubled in recent years. Finance companies often feature pictures of weddings when touting their high-interest loans, but debt is no way to start your life of wedded bliss. So how can you avoid financial stress when planning your big day? This week, Nadine is joined by Astrid Braid, wedding planner at PS I Love You Events, to talk through what costs you should look at cutting

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28:04

Why commercial property could be your next investment...

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2025/05/04

Kiwis are pretty familiar with the idea of investing in property, but more often than not, it’s in houses, apartments, or other types of residential property. But more and more people are asking if they should instead consider commercial property. This week, Nadine talks with CEO of property investment firm Rethink Group, and commercial property investor, Scott O’Neill, to discuss the ins and outs of commercial property. If you have a question you want answered, or a financial story to

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29:02

How financially resilient are Kiwis? New figures tell...

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2025/04/27

How long could you last if your income stopped tomorrow? Culd you handle a big, unexpected bill without going into debt? And how often do you worry about money? Those are all metrics in the Financial Resilience Index, a survey on Kiwis’ money habits and stability - so what does it tell us, and crucially, what should we do with that information? This week, Nadine is talking with the Chief Executive of the Financial Services Council, Kirk Hope, about what his organisation's survey tells us about

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36:54

The Kiwi TikTok star behind Paloma Diamond on how to...

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2025/04/20

The path to becoming a social media influencer or content creator is one a lot of people aspire to these days - in fact, one survey suggested 57 percent for Gen Zers want that career path. But how easy it is to get into this path, and make it pay? Julian Sewell is a Kiwi who’s made it big on Instagram and TikTok, although you may know him as his silver haired alter ego, Paloma Diamond. His first video parodying the Hollywood awards season in 2023 now has over 23 million views on TikTok, and

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23:45

What is the bond market and is it still a ‘safe...

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2025/04/13

When the US President Donald Trump announced a pause on reciprocal tariffs last week, prompting a massive rally on the markets - he admitted he did so after watching the bond market. So, why is the bond market so significant, and what do you need to know about how it works - especially given you likely own some in your KiwiSaver fund! Today, Nadine is joined by Matt Logan from Fisher Funds to discuss what the bond market is, how it all works, and how you can invest in it. If you have a question you

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27:47

Mary Holm shares her top tips for making the most out...

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2025/04/06

More than 3.3 million New Zealanders are in KiwiSaver, and they now have more than $110 billion invested - but too many of us are not making the most of the scheme. So this week, Nadine is joined byfinance expert, columnist and author Mary Holm, who has just revised and updated her 8th book, Rich Enough, to get some guidance on how to ensure you are making the most from the scheme. If you have a question you want answered, or a financial story to share, get in touch atnadine.higgins@nzme.co.nz To

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30:58

Is gold a worthy investment - and how do you go about...

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2025/03/30

Recently, the price of gold has been hovering near record highs at over NZ$5000 an ounce - that’s less than 30 grams for those of us only versed in the metric system! It’s commonly thought of as a ‘safe haven’ asset, but why is that? How does it help your investments when the world is an uncertain place? How do you make money out of it? How do you own it? And does your jewellery count. To help us answer those questions, today Nadine is joined by two guests. First, Mark

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22:23

Tips and tricks to get yourself a payrise this year

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2025/03/23

March 31st marks the end of the financial year, and while that doesn’t mean much for the average employee, it does mean that you are probably due for a pay review. Salaries are a big topic of discussion right now – specifically, how salaries in New Zealand compare to those overseas, with so many Kiwis leaving the country. So if you are booked in for a pay review in the coming weeks, what can you do to try and improve your pay? This week, Nadine is joined by Robert Walters Australia and

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22:16

What do tariffs and trade wars mean for your KiwiSaver?

The Prosperity Project ·

2025/03/16

If you’ve peeked at your KiwiSaver or other investments lately - it might have given you a bit of a rude shock. With the US introducing tariffs, withdrawing them, threatening to double them, and other countries starting to retaliate, there’s a lot of uncertainty out there, and that's one thing market really don’t like. So what do you need to know, and what – if anything – should be doing about it? Mark Riggall, a portfolio manager for Milford Asset Management, joins

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29:22

How one woman went from homelessness, domestic...

The Prosperity Project ·

2025/03/09

Emily Owens has grim personal experience of adversity and financial insecurity – from sleeping in her car, feeling trapped by domestic violence, and becoming a widowed single mother at age 20 when her son was just 5 weeks old. But she’s channelled that experience into a meaningful career focused on helping others make good financial decisions. She shared her story of survival and finding purpose with Nadine this weekto mark International Women’s Day, and to offer hope to those

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