Kiwibank sister company NZHL is warning against switching from commissions to fee-for-service for mortgage advisers, saying that would deter consumers from seeking advice.

Mortgage holders can expect at least another six months of struggling to save or cope with unexpected bills as they are squeezed by high interest rates and poor economic conditions.

Smartshares makes an appointment to a newly created role; General Manager - Business Development and Distribution.

Advisers play a key role for their clients when it comes to personal finances – such as providing advice on personal loans and mortgages. But what about business finance?

Foundation North appoints Frank Jasper to chair its investment committee.

PIC Insurance Brokers has entered into a new strategic partnership with real estate company RE/MAX New Zealand as the exclusive insurance broker.

The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) has published an information sheet specifically for smaller firms to assist in establishing and maintaining a Fair Conduct Programme (FCP) and applying for a Financial Institution (CoFI) licence.

A mortgage adviser who has worked in both Australia and New Zealand isn't a fan of the Australian system which accept mortgage applications through an old portal and says much depends on the portal.

Become Wealth has successfully transitioned $65 million in funds under management to the Consilium Wrap platform

The coalition Government’s decision to scrap the regulation of property managers is being described as disappointing but not the end by the Property Investors Federation (NZPIF) and REINZ.

2023 was a remarkable year for investment markets. Mercer’s 2023 Periodic Table shows a bounce back of 11 out of 16 asset classes into the positives and a notable percentage increase on most asset class returns compared to the previous year.

Temasek, a global investment company headquartered in Singapore, has taken a stake in Australian-based ETF manager Betashares for A$300 million.