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Supermarket prices: 'Residents aren't getting a good deal'
Shoppers in regional New Zealand are missing out on the best supermarket prices, Consumer NZ says.
Real estate agents told to pay $35k after seller loses money
They had already refunded their commission on the sale.
Ford recalling hundreds of popular utes
The recall notice affects vehicles in New Zealand and Australia
Which KiwiSaver providers have been hit hardest by tariff?
Simplicity and Superlife fell noticeably more after US President Donald Trump's announcement.
Bank security changes hitting owners of older phones
But one expert says people shouldn't be using old phones for things like banking anyway.
ASB U-turns on open banking payment platform POLi
Consumers have previously been warned that using the online payment platform could breach their banks' terms and conditions.
What can you do if you accidentally pay the wrong person?
An Auckland pensioner lost more than $100k when he used the wrong bank account number. What are the rules?
KiwiSaver providers mull possible changes to 'free' $521 a year
But is the bigger question why so many people miss out?
Westpac customers frustrated after online banking issues
The bank said, due to a technical issue, its digital banking was unavailable for a time.
Where house prices are still down 25 percent
While some parts of the country are setting house price records, others still have prices well below their previous peaks.
Like the look of that house? 'Visit 50 properties before you buy'
Buyers have time to act carefully, the head of Realestate.co.nz says.
Where experts are investing in a volatile market
Where should you be putting your money amid the chaos?
Biggest bank lowers its house price expectations
The market is stabilising but "not going anywhere fast", ANZ's economists say.
The places house sellers have made 100% in five years
Huge price rises have changed the game for young buyers, an economist says. Audio
Insurers moving car repairs in-house
One insurance giant says it's for client convenience, but a repair association fears it's eroding customers' right to choose.
$1b Budget cut could slow economic recovery, experts warn
Economists also break down what the cut to the government's operating allowance might mean for households.
Time to pick a home loan strategy, ASB says
When it comes to finding the right home loan rate, it's time for borrowers to pick a strategy, one economist says.
Are you a 'have' or a 'have-not?
What new figures show about the worsening finances, and growing concerns of households.
Is your power bill 'average'?
Power bills have gone up for lots of households this month, as new lines charges and other price changes filtered through. Audio
Shopback - what's the catch?
Shopback says New Zealand is its fastest-growing market - but many shoppers are still asking, "What's the catch?"
Why do some people get better home loan rates than others? - Ask Susan
RNZ's money correspondent answers your questions.
Doors close on Te Atatū Woolworths
But why are residents so upset by the temporary loss of their supermarket?
Third of New Zealanders need help with food
Data should be 'wake up call' that action is needed in grocery sector, Consumer NZ says.
Can you stock up on cheap Easter eggs for next year?
Here's what you need to know about that June best-before date.
House 'not fit for human occupation'
A landlord ordered to fix a property described as "not fit for human occupation", instead removed windows and replaced them with cardboard and cling wrap - and then left the country.