Latest RIVAL Wealth news
A day in the life of RIVAL HQ
What does a day in the life of RIVAL HQ look like? With a crew of 17 staff, making sure our clients are kept well informed is paramount. Our admin team consists of 10 support staff who work their magic, making things run as smooth as possible. Whether...
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ACC error
ACC has discovered they've charged incorrect levies to business customers since 2002. In the meantime while ACC work through the refund process, you can visit this website to see if you will be affected by this error. https://business.acc.co.nz/refunds/...
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Community sponsorship
You may have read in the press about some financial advisers taking overseas trips as rewards from companies for selling their insurance policies. We are so pleased the Financial Markets Authority are taking a stand to make advisers disclose these trips to their...
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Diversification
KiwiSaver investment
Your KiwiSaver investment maybe your largest retirement asset, so it's crucial you know someone has your back.That's where RIVAL Wealth can help - we are not tied to a provider so our advice is motivated by getting you the best performance. You will proactively...
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CoverPlus Extra
Hopefully you've received your ACC CoverPlus Extra (CPX) invoice during April and May. Time can sneak up on us, so just check you've either paid the invoice in full, or set up a payment plan BEFORE your invoice is due. If payment is not received in time, ACC cancels...
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Winter energy payment
Last winter the Government announced details of its new Winter Energy Payment, to help older people and those on a benefit heat their homes over winter. The best part is you don't need to do anything to receive this payment. It will be paid automatically as from 1...
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Handling market volatility
With investments, like KiwiSaver or managed funds, you should regularly reassess your financial goals. Is the risk you are holding right for you? Can you stand a small downturn in markets; or a big one? Click here to view our risk profile tool.
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Provisional tax changes
As from April 2018, self employed Kiwi's will have the option to choose a different way to pay provisional tax. There is a new pay-as-you-earn system, called AIM which is based on your cash flow. We've summarised the key points for you click here
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Why earning more won’t make you rich
Tim caught up with Frances Cook from the NZ Herald recently to discuss the many ways in which we handle our money. Click here and listen to the last question - what is your best money tip for Kiwis...
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Get to know your KiwiSaver
KiwiSaver was first introduced to New Zealanders in July 2007, but there are too many people who don't know enough about their KiwiSaver. Aaron has put together a short video about the benefits of seeking expert advice and the importance of keeping track of...
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Top tip – Net Worth
So often we focus on everyday cash flow but forget about the big picture. Net Worth is everything you own of significance (your assets) less what you owe in debt (liabilities). At RIVAL Wealth, we keep track of your Net Worth by taking a regular 'snapshot' of your...
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