While mortgage advisers say they have found it difficult to get high LVR loans for their clients, Reserve Bank data indicate there has been an increase in high LVR lending since May. 

Fintech and robo advice are a theme in our coverage of day three of the FSC conference; plus we report on Kiwi's financial resilience.

The latest research from the FSC shows that despite global challenges, New Zealand financial resilience remains strong.

The odds of LVR restrictions returning for investors next year are "fairly high" due to the strength of the residential property market, according to economist Tony Alexander.

Suncorp, which includes Asteron Life, has promoted the head of claims to the role of chief executive.

Public opinion has it that there’s lots of tax advantages with property investment. But property accountant Anthony Appleton-Tattersall* is asking people to let him know if they see any, as he hasn’t found them yet.

In our coverage of day two of the FSC conference National commerce spokesman Andrew Bayly supports compulsory superannuation; Financial Markets Authority chief executive Rob Everett outlines his expectations and more. Read on.

Advisers say that the self-employed are bearing the brunt of tight lending conditions, with banks concerned about the long-term impact of Covid-19.

Financial Advice has increased the size of its board with two new independent directors; plus it has elected a risk practitioner.

Welcome to coverage of the first day of the virtual FSC Conference. With the election looming we have the battle of the men who want to be finance ministers. Also there is an update from the Reserve Bank and calls for changes to income protection.

The Financial Advice New Zealand Trust in Advice survey 2020 offers a snapshot of consumers' views of the mortgage advice industry. How did advisers fare?

Finalists for the inaugural CPA Australia New Zealand Integrated Reporting Awards have been announced, as the New Zealand financial sector prepares to meet mandatory climate reporting requirements.