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Are you self-employed and too busy managing your business to give your personal long-term goals some TLC?   

Markets went for a wild ride in May – at one point falling over 6% in a single week. While the month ended strongly, recovering the losses to end May flat, a flat May still leaves us 12% down year-to-date. 

Trying to assess different underlying asset mixes, fees or performance can be hard. So it's understandable why a few Kiwis might put investing in the ‘too confusing’ basket and leave their KiwiSaver account where it is. That’s why we’ve put together this guide to help you choose the right fund for you.

When it comes to building a great retirement, there’s no one-size-fits-all magic solution: a lot of it will come down to the lifestyle you have in mind, but the bottom line is the more you contribute now, the more money you will have to enjoy things later!

If you've been feeling 'the pinch' with your wallet lately, don't worry, you're not the only one. The rising cost of living and the return of inflation has been hitting Kiwis hard. The Russian-Ukraine conflict, Covid, the related supply chain, and rising interest rates have all played an unhelpful hand in things...

With advice being at the heart of kōura we’re big believers that it plays an essential part in helping kiwis make the right decisions for achieving their KiwiSaver goals, whether it’s for their first home or retirement.

GB (Gordon Bell) is the proud founder and owner of Rainbow Life – A LGBTQI Empathetic Insurance and Claims Advice brokerage. He’s been in the industry for over 25 years