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MY2CENTS - How I Structure My Money In New Zealand

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This is the audio from a recent YouTube video that you might find interesting.Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it.Find us here:@keepthechange_nzhttps://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 15, 202516 min

A Canadian Helping Kiwi Take Control Of Their $ w Scott Innes (KTC Listener) [Changers]

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Scott Innes from MoneyMaverick.nz went from government employee to self-employed financial advisor; all while navigating the challenges of raising a young family in a new country. After discovering Keep the Change during his wife’s pregnancy, Scott found the confidence to take a commission based opportunity over a salaried role, despite the risks. On that, he can’t believe how much opportunity there is in New Zealand! In this episode, he shares how he pushed through a brutal first year, doubled his income, and even expanded into financial consulting and coaching.Scott’s story is a solid reminder that action beats perfection(as we always say), and that success often comes from challenging the norm. Tune in to hear how he’s balancing business, fatherhood, and financial freedom, all while helping others take control of their money.Find Scott here: https://www.moneymaverick.nz/teamGenerate are supporting my vision to improve the financial literacy of 100,000 kiwis by sponsoring Keep The Change. Cheers Generate. Head to generatekiwisaver.co.nz/change to find out more.As always, no part of this podcast is intended as financial advice; it is intended as general information only. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 12, 202556 min

Money Mail 252 - It Took Me 30 Mins To Get $2k USD

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I started to write this mid-flight headed to Las Vegas to watch the mighty NZ Warriors in action. They say what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas and to be fair, some of my NZD are definitely going to be staying in Vegas. Holy sh!t that place is expensive. Before I left for the USA, I needed some US dollars in cash. I did what anyone would do. I went to my bank. The one I’ve been using for around 10 years. I went in and gave them my card, and they took many of my $NZD and gave me $2,000 US. Boom. Simple, right? Not quite....Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it. Find us here:@keepthechange_nzhttps://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 10, 202539 min

MY2CENTS - How I Got Rich In New Zealand (Not Property 🤫)

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This is the audio from a recent YouTube video that you might find interesting.Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it.Find us here:@keepthechange_nzhttps://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 8, 202514 min

What Is Mikey Seeing In NZ Property In 2025? (in the new studio)

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The Offical Cash Rate has decreased by 0.5% as expected. We sit down with Mikey to find out what he is seeing out there with the property market and with mortgage advisers. This is the first podcast as a bit of a trial, life from the new studio. Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it. Find us here:@keepthechange_nzhttps://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 6, 202553 min

Living a Life of Abundance: Fulfilment and Opportunity w Mikey Smith (GuardianSmith.co.nz)

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What does it mean to live a life of abundance? In this episode, we explore the mindset, habits, and actions that lead to true prosperity. This is also more than just financial wealth. We discuss tactics of how to shift your focus from scarcity to gratitude, and from fear to opportunity. We unpack some of our key principles of living abundantly, including financial freedom, giving, and personal growth. Tune in to learn actionable strategies for building a life where success, happiness, and generosity become your norm. It’s time to embrace abundance and thrive in all areas of your life!I have a goal to help 100,000 Kiwis improve their financial literacy. Generate KiwiSaver Scheme has sponsored Keep The Change to help me reach more people and make this a reality. Cheers Generate. Head to generatekiwisaver.co.nz/change to find out more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 5, 202540 min

MY2CENTS - First $100k

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This is the audio from a recent YouTube video that you might find interesting.Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it.Find us here:@keepthechange_nzhttps://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 1, 20255 min

Money Mail 251 - The Biggest Wealth Shift In History. Are You Ready?

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Did you know: in NZ, those born before 1966 currently hold 60% of NZ's $2.29 trillion total individual net wealth. The estimated value that will be transferred by those aged over 55 in the next 20 years will be approximately $1.11 trillion - Business and Economic Research Ltd. We are living through one of the largest transformations of wealth and knowledge EVER. Get READY!Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it. Find us here:@keepthechange_nzhttps://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 27, 202540 min

Living a Life of Lack: The Symptoms of Scarcity w Mikey Smith (GuardianSmith.co.nz)

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We struggled with this one but it was needed before we record ‘Living a Life of Abundance’. This is why it’s only 10 minutes!So…are you caught in a cycle of scarcity, where there’s never enough time, money, or opportunities? Are you caught in a life of ‘lack’?In this episode, we dive into what it means to live a life of lack, exploring the tell tale signs of a scarcity mindset and how it affects every area of your life. We discuss the psychological and financial traps that keep you stuck, because soon we will explore some practical steps to start breaking free. Whether you’re struggling to make ends meet or simply feel like you’re always behind, this episode will help you identify the barriers holding you back and give you the tools to move toward a more abundant future.Generate are supporting my vision to improve the financial literacy of 100,000 kiwis by sponsoring Keep The Change. Cheers Generate. Head to generatekiwisaver.co.nz/change to find out more.Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it. Find us here:@keepthechange_nzhttps://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 26, 202511 min

MY2CENTS - Falling Interest Rates

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This is the audio from a recent YouTube video that you might find interesting.Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it.Find us here:@keepthechange_nzhttps://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 22, 20256 min

Money Mail 250 - Falling Interest Rates = Pay Rises For Most NZ Households

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Back in 2021 (Money Mail 83) we started talking about pay cuts for NZers because interest rates were about to rise and impact a number of people. This meant a pay cut for a household budget that now had to pay higher interest costs. But we are now into the reverse. The pay rises have begun for some!!!! With rates falling, the financial relief will reach households faster because there is so much rolling off onto a cheaper rate. Let's explore.Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it. Find us here:@keepthechange_nzhttps://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 20, 202545 min

The Rise & Fall,(Part 1) & Now Redemption (Part 2) of Simon Phillips

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Simon Phillips returns to the podcast with more wild tangents and hard-earned wisdom than you can imagine. You may remember Simon as the founder of Fitwear, the brand that skyrocketed to over $3 million in annual sales, before it all came crashing down, leaving him in massive debt and back at home owing hundreds of thousands to his parents.Now, with his debt cleared and a fresh outlook, Simon is rebuilding, not just his business ventures, but himself. In this episode, we dive deep into his personal journey of resilience, self-improvement, and the lessons he’s learned to ensure he never hits rock bottom again.Tune in for a seriously unfiltered conversation on growth, setbacks, ADHD, focus, and what it really takes to rise again.Enjoy the ride.Find Simon: https://www.instagram.com/simonjohnphillips/Generate are supporting my vision to improve the financial literacy of 100,000 kiwis by sponsoring Keep The Change. Cheers Generate. Head to generatekiwisaver.co.nz/change to find out more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 19, 20251h 43m

Money Mail 249 - When Is 'Enough', Enough?

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If you don’t decide what enough looks like, the world will decide for you. And the world’s answer will always be “more.” Because, as I said, there’s profit in keeping you striving. When we’re stuck in a cycle of constantly chasing more, we can lose sight of what we truly want. That’s why defining what enough looks like is crucial. So, how do YOU define enough? It’s personal and it's up to you. Let's get you thinking about it.Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it. Find us here:@keepthechange_nzhttps://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 17, 202544 min

MY2CENTS - Credit card debt to millionaire?

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This is the audio from a recent YouTube video that you might find interesting.Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it.Find us here:@keepthechange_nzhttps://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 15, 20255 min

How to Escape 'Status Mode' w Mikey Smith (GuardianSmith.co.nz)

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You’ve escaped survival mode and now you’re being marketed to to give your excess cash to the machine. Wait, what machine? You’re about to find out. Have you ever felt like you're working hard just to keep up appearances, keep up with the Joneses(who TF are they anyway?), to get a better title, to feel important? That’s status mode; a trap where self-worth is tied to possessions, titles, or external validation. In this episode, we’ll explore how to recognise when you’re stuck in this cycle and provide practical strategies to move toward genuine freedom and purpose (the top 2 tiers of the pyramid). Discover how to align your spending with your values, prioritise experiences over things, and build a life that’s meaningful to you; not what society expects. It’s time to stop chasing and start living.Note - if you haven’t listened to the podcast ‘The pyramid that explains your situation’, you may want to for some pre-context. I have a goal to help 100,000 Kiwis improve their financial literacy. Generate KiwiSaver Scheme has sponsored Keep The Change to help me reach more people and make this a reality. Cheers Generate. Head to generatekiwisaver.co.nz/change to find out more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 12, 202546 min

Money Mail 248 - 'Put It On The Mortgage'...Dead In 2024

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'Put it on the mortgage'. With lower interest rates and rising house prices, why wouldn’t you? For years, many New Zealanders have tapped into their home equity; borrowing against their property to access cash. Using the house as an ATM is out of favour and now only 11% of 'new' loans were of that type. In 2019 it was almost 20%. Since the data series began a decade ago, mortgage top-ups were the lowest ever in 2024 - and declining during the year.Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it. Find us here:@keepthechange_nzhttps://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 10, 202545 min

MY2CENTS - Best Inflation Hedge

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This is the audio from a recent YouTube video that you might find interesting.Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it.Find us here:@keepthechange_nzhttps://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 8, 20258 min

A 20% House Deposit & Student Loan Cleared At 26 Tom Flanagan (KTC Listener) [Changers]

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Tom, 26, shares his inspiring journey of buying his first home with his partner on Auckland's North Shore, without the bank of Mum & Dad.In this episode, Tom (a listener to KTC) unpacks the financial principles from Keep The Change (& other learning) that helped him achieve this milestone: upping his KiwiSaver, paying off a $45k student loan, investing in the S&P 500, and leveraging his value to land better-paying jobs.We also dive into his hustle, his plans to start a business, and why he’s staying in New Zealand despite the Aussie exodus. This story proves that with the right mindset and strategy, young Kiwis can still thrive at home.I have a goal to help 100,000 Kiwis improve their financial literacy. Generate KiwiSaver Scheme has sponsored Keep The Change to help me reach more people and make this a reality. Cheers Generate. Head to generatekiwisaver.co.nz/change to find out more.As always, no part of this podcast is intended as financial advice; it is intended as general information only. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 5, 202538 min

Ep 247 - What If Stock Markets Tank In 2025?

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At the back end of 2024 I started to get worried about stock market returns. I was receiving too many messages from people having great performance in their KiwiSaver and their investments. Don’t get me wrong, I loved to see it. I was even checking mine. A 16% gain for my KiwiSaver in 2024. You beauty. But when these messages kept coming, I got worried. Worried about what happens when it suddenly turns. Because it can. So what do we need to be thinking about?Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it. Find us here:@keepthechange_nzhttps://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 3, 202533 min

MY2CENTS - $2k Per Month Passively

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This is the audio from a recent YouTube video that you might find interesting.Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it.Find us here:@keepthechange_nzhttps://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 1, 20257 min

How to Escape 'Survival Mode' w Mikey Smith (GuardianSmith.co.nz)

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Are you stuck in survival mode, living paycheck to paycheck and constantly stressed about money? This episode is for you! No shade either, we’ve all been there!In this episode, we’ll help you recognise the signs of survival mode and, more importantly, give you actionable steps to break free. We promise you there are many, many actionable steps to help you escape this stage of your financial journey and life. OR at least decrease the time you stay here.We cover some ground! From mastering the basics of budgeting to increasing your income and building a financial safety net, this episode is your roadmap to financial stability. You will also learn how to shift your mindset from scarcity to abundance and take control of your financial future.Note - if you haven’t listened to the podcast ‘The pyramid that explains your situation’, you may want to for some pre-context. Generate are supporting my vision to improve the financial literacy of 100,000 kiwis by sponsoring Keep The Change. Cheers Generate. Head to generatekiwisaver.co.nz/change to find out more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 29, 202544 min

Money Mail 246 - How To Easily Make An Extra $10,000 In 2025

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Whether you need it to ease a bit of financial pressure or work toward a big goal, here’s how you can make it happen, even in one of the toughest economies New Zealand has seen since the 1990s. I continue to maintain that if we teach more people how to make a bit of extra cash, it will solve a lot of the individual problems people face. Many people feel stuck financially but don’t realise money is EVERYWHERE and that they can get their hands on it. I am going to step you through how to attack this.Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it. Find us here:@keepthechange_nzhttps://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 27, 202530 min

MY2CENTS - #1 Way To Pay Off A Kiwi Mortgage Faster

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This is the audio from a recent YouTube video that you might find interesting.Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it.Find us here:@keepthechange_nzhttps://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 25, 202513 min

Dropout to Debt Free: How This 27yo Bought Property With Cash w Philip Paul (KTC Listener) [Changers]

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At just 27, this young Kiwi shares his incredible journey from grinding hard in his day job to buying property outright, trading stocks, and preparing to launch his own building business. Philip Paul has done a lot in a decade since being given the boot from school. In this episode, we dive into how he’s got ahead so quickly in NZ. From the lessons he learned by offering more value at work, investing, not buying material things he once could and his mission to normalise conversations about investing with his colleagues.Hear how the Keep The Change podcast inspired him to push through an uninspiring environment and prove that hard work, smart money moves, and relentless determination can truly change your financial future. This is a story for every young Kiwi ready to grow and win.Get stuck into it!I believe 100,000 kiwi with better financial literacy will create a better New Zealand. The Generate KiwiSaver Scheme are helping me reach this goal. Cheers Generate. Head to generatekiwisaver.co.nz/change to find out more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 22, 20251h 5m

Money Mail 245 - The 2025 Economy; What Happens Next?

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2024 was a grind for many, and 2025 might bring much more of the same. I am sorry, I am sorry. I am forever optimistic though. I know everyone is hoping for a better year and excited about how it all just changes and changes quickly, but I am more realistic to how slowly an economy turns. However, while the challenges are real, so are the opportunities. If you’re willing to tune out the noise, focus on what you can control, and keep showing up. And that is what we do around here (see the last 2 weeks of Money Mail)! So here's how to do it...Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it. Find us here:@keepthechange_nzhttps://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 20, 202533 min

MY2CENTS - ‘I Don’t Care About Money’ | Yeah Right!

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This is the audio from a recent YouTube video that you might find interesting.Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it.Find us here:@keepthechange_nzhttps://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 18, 20257 min

Kickstart Your Wealth In 2025: Investing Hacks w Linus Field

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Ready to start 2025 right and take control of your financial future? From compounding growth to investment hacks and beyond, this podcast will help you build a financial foundation for lasting success. Tune in and take the next step toward financial freedom today!Linus and I cover a lot of ground, including:The Cost of Waiting: Discover how delaying investments—even by just one year—can cost you thousands in long-term compounding.Set Your Kids Up for Success: Learn how $7,000 invested at birth could grow into $1,000,000 by retirement.Automation for Success: How managed funds can simplify your savings journey—no large upfront investment required.Self-Employed Strategies: Bust the myths about KiwiSaver and learn how even small contributions can lead to big rewards, with real-life client success stories.Listening to non-investors: the dangers of taking advice from people with no experienc. Investing in Knowledge: Save time and money by learning from specialists instead of navigating the financial world solo.Enjoy!I have a goal to help 100,000 Kiwis improve their financial literacy. Generate KiwiSaver Scheme has sponsored Keep The Change to help me reach more people and make this a reality. Cheers Generate. Head to generatekiwisaver.co.nz/change to find out more.No part of this podcast is intended as financial advice; it is intended as general information only. For more information about Generate's Schemes see their Product Disclosure Statements at generatekiwisaver.co.nz/disclosures. The issuer of the schemes is Generate Investment Management Limited. Past performance is not indicative of future performance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 15, 202536 min

Money Mail 244 - 2025: It’s Never Been Easier To Succeed

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I recently heard someone say: “It’s never been easier to succeed.” But they quickly followed it with a truth that hit me like opening the email inbox after the break. “It’s also never been easier to get distracted.” Aint that the truth! So I started thinking about what gets us distracted? Of course, we are going to take a financial lense on this. Let’s explore some softly, softly ones to start with and then trigger the masses.Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it. Find us here:@keepthechange_nzhttps://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 13, 202537 min

ICYWL - Money Mail 147 - Why I Bought A PIE Fund

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This is a re-release of an earlier podcast that other listeners have found very useful.Recently I bought a PIE fund and I’m not talking steak and cheese ones. I had a bit of spare cash sitting in a bank account and I wanted to ‘make my money work for me’ and am always looking for ways for my money to have babies and help subsidise my life/costs. I considered a Term Deposit where I deposit my money for a set term and in return get given a % for doing so. Then I thought about a PIE Fund, here's why...Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it.Find us here:@keepthechange_nz https://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 12, 202536 min

MY2CENTS - Will A Capital Gains Tax Solve New Zealand’s Problems? (What About Your Problems?)

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This is the audio from a recent YouTube video that you might find interesting.Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it.Find us here:@keepthechange_nzhttps://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 11, 202514 min

MY2CENTS - Why Is Paying Debt More Exciting Than Investing?

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This is the audio from a recent YouTube video that you might find interesting.Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it.Find us here:@keepthechange_nzhttps://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 9, 202514 min

From Reckless To Responsible With Money & Mindset w Bryce Helms (KTC Listener) [Changers]

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In this episode, I sit down with Bryce who shares his transformation: both financially and professionally, thanks to the lessons he learned from Keep The Change.After years of feeling stuck in a high-paying but limiting career, loaded with mortgages, credit card debt, and even Afterpay purchases for dog food, Bryce had a KTC wake-up call. He realised the power of accountability, mindset, and the importance of taking control of his situation.Fast forward through countless hours of study, sacrifices, and laser focus, and he’s now stepping into a new role as a mortgage adviser in Mikey’s team at Guardian Smith. To do this, Bryce had to leave behind a comfortable salary to pursue something with no ceiling, no excuses, and full ownership of the outcome.We talk about breaking free from bad financial habits, overcoming limiting mindsets, and what it means to back yourself completely. This is an inspiring story of taking risks, embracing discomfort, and building a future of purpose and growth.If you’re feeling stuck or searching for your next opportunity, this episode will remind you that with the right mindset and determination, anything is possible. Bring it on!If you need to find Bryce, do that here: https://www.instagram.com/kiwi_angler/I believe 100,000 kiwi with better financial literacy will create a better New Zealand. The Generate KiwiSaver Scheme are helping me reach this goal. Cheers Generate. Head to generatekiwisaver.co.nz/change to find out more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 8, 202552 min

Money Mail 243 - 2025 The Year To Focus On What You Do Have

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When did we get so good at dismissing other people's actions to keep ourselves stuck and upset at our own situation? It makes no sense to me. Focusing on what you don’t have will only hold you back. You need to flip your mind to start looking at your own opportunities. This will give you a good reminder to focus on what you do have and ignore those who decide not to live like this.Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it. Find us here:@keepthechange_nzhttps://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 6, 202529 min

How To Annihilate 2025 w Mikey Smith (GuardianSmith.co.nz)

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Well, we survived until 2025, now what? This year looks like another grind of a year but as always we will have you ready for this with eyes wide open to what you need to be thinking about. In this podcast we explore some of the things we expect to see in 2025 and touch on the mini distractions that we need to be mindful of. We also make some predictions about different markets. Enjoy the year and we'll talk throughout it.Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it. Find us here:@keepthechange_nzhttps://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 5, 20251h 44m

ICYWL - HOW To Think w Mikey Smith (GuardianSmith.co.nz)

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This is a re-release of an earlier podcast that other listeners have found very useful.Well, it is finally here the mega pod to help you understand how to think differently and where your thoughts even come from to start with. You won't want to this podcast because we dive into ways for you to help improve your thinking and therefore your life and some of the principles behind this. We would love to know what your biggest takeaway from this podcast is so please send us a message once you've listened.Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it.Find us here:@keepthechange_nz https://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 5, 20251h 56m

MY2CENTS - Why I Don't Have A Credit Card In New Zealand

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This is the audio from a recent YouTube video that you might find interesting.Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it.Find us here:@keepthechange_nzhttps://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 4, 202511 min

MY2CENTS - What Version Of Money Are You Running?

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Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it.Find us here:@keepthechange_nzhttps://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 2, 20256 min

KiwiSaver Hardship Rising & Car Loan Carnage w David Verry (Financial Mentor)

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David is back to teach us about exploitative car loans, and one lender who is now being prosecuted by the Commerce Commission. We can all learn what to look out for when taking on debt.We also discuss how KiwiSaver hardship applications are also on the rise, with more people turning to their retirement savings to manage debt, cover legal costs, or cope with reduced income. We discuss the limitations of this approach, how it often leaves broader financial issues unresolved, and the thing David sees that that upsets him the most.We also again highlight the importance of free, confidential, and non-judgmental budget services like MoneyTalks, available to everyone in NZ. I have a goal to help 100,000 Kiwis improve their financial literacy. Generate KiwiSaver Scheme has sponsored Keep The Change to help me reach more people and make this a reality. Cheers Generate. Head to generatekiwisaver.co.nz/change to find out more.. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 1, 202530 min

ICYWL - The True Cost Of Your $700k Home w Mikey Smith

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This is a re-release of an earlier podcast that other listeners have found very useful.Everybody loves to believe that property doubles every ten years but maybe we need it to when we factor in the cost of the things we need to pay for in the lifetime of a property. In this example, we will look at purchasing a home over a ten-year window and the things that you should consider paying for during that ten years. Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it.Find us here:@keepthechange_nz https://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 29, 202436 min

MY2CENTS - This Traps Kiwi's From Making More $

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Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it.Find us here:@keepthechange_nzhttps://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 28, 20248 min

Money Mail 242 - 2024, You Son Of A B!tch

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September GDP data just came in at -1.0. I had to refresh my screen to see if that was accurate. -1.1% in the June quarter. Brutal! We are living through a seriously gnarly engineered recession. The worst since the early 90s. But...we are still here. How good. I hope that some of the Money Mail lessons have been catalysts for you to improve your financial story and your ability to navigate this tough time. Let's explore some serious KTC investment and growth in 2024. Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it. Find us here:@keepthechange_nzhttps://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 28, 202421 min

MY2CENTS - Steal This Government Trick To Take Control Of Your Finances In NZ

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This is the audio from a recent YouTube video that you might find interesting.Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it.Find us here:@keepthechange_nzhttps://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 26, 20245 min

How We DESTROYED 2024 w Mikey Smith (CEO GuardianSmith.co.nz)

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Following on from the podcast ‘How To Destroy 2024’ to get you started this year, we dive into how our 2024’s actually played out. We go back through some of the themes we were focussed on this year and reveal some of the plays we’ve made. Mikey has just unlocked a completely new chapter, taken a NZX sized lease in Auckland central and I have an exciting celebration to share with you. There has been growth, grind, consistency, investment and new projects. Another compounding year!Mikey and I hope you’ve had an amazing year and get some rest and enjoyment in over the break because when we are back, we will ANNIHILATE 2025.Merry Christmas to you all, as well as your loved ones. Keep pushing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 26, 20241h 6m

‘Property Doubles Every 10 Years’ LOL! Is That All? w Mikey Smith (GuardianSmith.co.nz)

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Everyone’s favourite property saying - that it doubles every 10 years and property is ‘safe as houses’. But how true is this for the coming decade and why does Sir Bill English think they will be stagnant for 15 years (in real terms). Regardless, shouldn’t this scare us not excite us? Don’t we need to be thinking bigger than a double every 10 years? We are capable of so much more! This is to get you thinking critically about a common property promotional slogan. Enjoy!Generate are supporting my vision to improve the financial literacy of 100,000 kiwis by sponsoring Keep The Change. Cheers Generate. Head to generatekiwisaver.co.nz/change to find out more.Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it. Find us here:@keepthechange_nzhttps://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 25, 202444 min

Money Mail 241 - Look How Far You've Come In 2024

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Last week, someone sent me an inspiring image titled: "The Steps I Have Taken to Improve My Financial Literacy and Position in 2024". They had listed all the actions they’d taken. I think this is an amazing exercise to reflect on progress and stay on track. When I asked other KTC followers about their wins in 2024, the responses came flooding in. Let's look at some of them.Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it. Find us here:@keepthechange_nzhttps://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 24, 202423 min

WARNING: KTC Tik Tok Scammers

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Unfortunately, someone has been scammed under the false impression that they were dealing with Keep The Change. I want to make you aware that this is happening on TikTok. If you find yourself in this situation, take a moment to question why someone is asking for this information. If this has happened to you, please report it to the police and any trading platforms the scammer directed you to use.Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it.Find us here:@keepthechange_nzhttps://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 23, 202413 min

ICYWL - The 15yo $50k Entrepreneur

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This is a re-release of an earlier podcast that other listeners have found very useful.If you still think that making money is hard and you cant do it then this could be the podcast for you. 'Caleb' comes in to tell us about how he has sold $50,000 worth of goods on the internet and how he has learned this from social media. There are heaps of business lessons in here and selling fundamentals and it is mind-blowing to see what the younger generation is picking up and having a crack at that we still think isn't possible. Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it.Find us here:@keepthechange_nz https://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 22, 202452 min

MY2CENTS - Secondary Tax Is A Myth (New Zealand Tax)

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This is the audio from a recent YouTube video that you might find interesting.Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it.Find us here:@keepthechange_nzhttps://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 21, 20249 min

MY2CENTS - REVEALED! What I Invest In 🇳🇿

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This is the audio from a recent YouTube video that you might find interesting.Hey thanks for listening! Please take some form of action from this content, don’t just be a consumer, become a producer! Make sure you’re subscribed to Money Mail via Keepthechange.co.nz to receive our weekly lesson on money and financial literacy. Stay close to us on social media and share this with someone that you think this content will help. Together we can collectively improve the financial literacy of New Zealand - let’s get on with it.Find us here:@keepthechange_nzhttps://www.keepthechange.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 19, 202411 min

What NZ Financial Mentors Expect To See In 2025 w David Verry (Financial Mentor)

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In this episode, we dive into the evolving landscape of financial mentoring in New Zealand. We explore the growing focus on upskilling and qualifying financial mentors, the challenges of advocacy work, and what the future might look like with fewer volunteers and a streamlined approach to budgeting support.As the hardest time of year approaches, we discuss the financial pressure households face during the holiday season, from Christmas spending to January's financial fallout. Learn how financial mentors like David Verry provide critical support, balancing weekly cash flows, educating communities, and advocating for systemic change. David shares insights from their dual role in financial mentoring and community education, providing a "fence at the top of the cliff" and an "ambulance at the bottom."Finally, we highlight the vital role of free, confidential, and non-judgmental budget services in helping the “working poor” and other underrepresented groups. Join us for this a solid conversation on financial resilience, systemic challenges, and the essential work of financial mentoring in Aotearoa.I believe 100,000 kiwi with better financial literacy will create a better New Zealand. The Generate KiwiSaver Scheme are helping me reach this goal. Cheers Generate. Head to generatekiwisaver.co.nz/change to find out more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 18, 20241h 1m