Myth 1. Why start now when I’ve never made a budget? Budgeting is one of those skills that everyone should possess and put in place. You risk losing control of…
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Managing your money properly is extremely important if you want to avoid debt and look forward to a stress-free financial future. Most people don’t associate credit cards with financial responsibility,…
If you want to stay on top of your finances and be better prepared for the future, creating a monthly household budget is an excellent habit to get into. This…
Bills are due. Accidents happen. Emergencies pop up when we least expect them. That’s just the way life goes. The thing is, unforeseen events and other pressures can make it…
Having good credit is vital when applying for a loan – whether that be a home or a personal loan. Why? Because, with a great credit score against your name,…
According to Statistics New Zealand, the average household with two adults and two children in Auckland is spending over $350 a week on groceries. Food costs are slightly less in…
Heating and cooling account for a staggering 33 per cent of the average household’s electricity bill here in New Zealand. The good news is, it only takes a few quick…
If you’ve got a smartphone, there’s a good chance you use it a large percentage of the day. Whether streaming music, checking Facebook, texting friends or taking photos, these devices…
In our last MyFi blog post, we looked at some handy ways to save money at our weekly shop. Now, we’re going to look at another really expensive aspect of…
Firstly, welcome to the MyFi blog… your one-stop financial shop. Here you’ll find all the financial and budgeting helpful hints you’ll need. We’re going to kick off this ongoing source…