What's trending and what's not for your wallet this month? Check out our top picks based on the latest media buzz.

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Booming.

• Working in Antarctica! Check out these Scott Base jobs
• Starting your own business in retirement
• Repaying your mortgage faster by keeping your repayments the same
• Getting on to the property ladder  with lower interest and bank test rates
• Getting consent for new housing is on the rise, thanks to regulatory changes
• Diversifying income streams by running a successful side hustle empire
• Downsizing to get rid of the mortgage
• Planning ahead for your retirement if you are Gen X or Millennial

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‍Busted.

• Investing more in fossil fuels in a time of climate change??
• Earning less for working more (hi single parents!)
• Selling your house at a loss after the covid pandemic :(
• Being Gen Z and on the backfoot in your retirement savings
• Worrying about economic uncertainty as a kiwi business owner in 2025
• Getting pinged for thousands because a tax form is badly designed

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Got some picks to share? Let me know

Shona@velocityfinancial.co.nz

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This article was written by Shona and peer reviewed by our financial advisory team.

Disclaimer: I am not a financial adviser and what I have shared is generalised information that has been peer-reviewed by my team.

As always, make a time with our financial advisers for expert advice about your own specific situation.

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About Shona: HI, I’m Shona, the communications and marketing support person for Velocity Financial. Designing effective communications in a complex industry such as Finance is a worthy challenge. Finding ways to bridge gaps between complex financial information, and the everyday needs of people trying to navigate that world through informed choices, is something that I relish. I love deciphering and disseminating the expert knowledge and ideas of our clever team, into simple messages that speak directly to our clients, who are hungry for more knowledge and better understanding (like me!). In my outside life, I am a keen photographer and, like others in the team, I have a passion for the outdoors, hiking and mountain biking. I also train in martial arts and have been known to wield a sword on occasion.

Disclaimer: I am not a financial adviser and what I have shared is general advice that has been peer-reviewed by my team. As always, make a time with our financial advisers for expert advice about your own situation.

Always get professional advice

The information shared in this post is meant to be general guide to support you on your journey. When making important decisions about your finances, we encourage you to seek independent financial advice first, tailored to your unique situation. As well as talking with a financial adviser, make sure you talk to your lawyer and accountant too – together they'll help you find the best solution for your specific situation. Our knowledgeable financial advisers are here to help. Check out our website for the details about our financial advisory services in our disclosures  https://www.velocityfinancial.co.nz/disclosure-statement. 

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