Guides
Your resource for understanding New Zealand taxes, finance, and career planning.
Cost of Living Calculator NZ 2025: Complete Guide to Living Expenses
Calculate your true cost of living in New Zealand with our comprehensive guide. Housing, food, transport costs across Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch.
KiwiSaver Changes 2025-2028: How Budget Updates Affect Your Take-Home Pay
Calculate the impact of KiwiSaver changes on your salary. Government contribution cuts, rising rates, and take-home pay effects from 2025-2028.
Student Loan Repayment Calculator NZ 2025: Complete Guide to Repayments and Take-Home Pay
Calculate student loan repayments impact on your NZ salary. 2025 thresholds, tax codes, and take-home pay effects with comprehensive examples.
First Home Buyer Calculator NZ 2025: Complete Financial Planning Guide
Calculate first home buyer requirements in NZ. Income needed, deposits, KiwiSaver withdrawals, and complete cost breakdowns for 2025.
Holiday Pay Calculator NZ 2025: Complete Guide to Annual Leave and Public Holiday Rates
Calculate holiday pay in NZ with ordinary weekly pay vs average weekly earnings. Annual leave, public holidays, and final pay calculations explained.
Investment Property Tax Changes NZ 2025: Calculator Guide for Property Investors
Calculate investment property returns with 2025 tax changes. Interest deductibility restored, 2-year bright-line test, and cash flow impact analysis.
Minimum Wage vs Living Wage NZ 2025: Complete Salary Comparison Guide
Compare minimum wage vs living wage in NZ 2025. $23.50 vs $28.95/hour - calculate the $8,736 annual take-home pay difference and impact on lifestyle.
Mortgage Calculator NZ 2025: Complete Guide to Home Loan Repayments and Affordability
Calculate mortgage affordability and repayments in NZ 2025. Interest rates, lending criteria, and debt-to-income ratios explained with examples.
NZ Tax Codes 2025: Complete Guide to PAYE Calculator and Take-Home Pay Impact
Complete guide to NZ tax codes 2025. M, ME, S, SH, ST codes explained with PAYE calculator examples and take-home pay impact.
Working Holiday Visa Tax Calculator NZ 2025: Complete Guide for 417 & 462 Visa Holders
Working Holiday Visa tax calculator for NZ 2025. Non-resident tax rates, IRD setup, and take-home pay calculations for WHV holders.
Is $100,000 a Good Salary in New Zealand 2025?
Complete analysis of a $100,000 salary in New Zealand. See your take-home pay, premium lifestyle options, and wealth building potential across all cities.
Is $90,000 a Good Salary in New Zealand 2025?
Comprehensive analysis of a $90,000 salary in New Zealand. See your take-home pay, lifestyle options, and cost of living across Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch.
Career Progression & Salary Guide 2025
Your complete roadmap to advancing your career and increasing your earning potential. From graduate starting salaries to senior executive compensation.
How to Ask for a Pay Rise: The Complete Guide
Master the art of salary negotiations with our step-by-step guide. Includes scripts, timing strategies, and objection handling that actually work.
Career Change at 30: The Complete Guide
Thinking of switching careers? Our comprehensive guide covers financial planning, skills transition, realistic timelines, and real success stories.
Graduate Starting Salaries 2025: What to Expect
Realistic salary expectations for new graduates, including industry breakdowns, location analysis, and first negotiation tips for 2025.
Salary Negotiation Tips: Master the Psychology
Expert salary negotiation strategies that actually work. Learn the psychology, perfect timing, advanced tactics, and proven frameworks.
Software Developer Salary Guide 2025
Complete software developer salary guide covering pay scales, tech stack premiums, career progression, and location analysis across all countries.
Finance Professional Salary Guide 2025
Complete finance salary guide covering investment banking, commercial banking, accounting, and career progression with bonus structures and qualifications.
Wellington Salary Guide 2025
New Zealand's political and professional services capital offers high salaries, career growth, and urban sophistication. What you need to earn in the Windy City.
Healthcare Professional Salary Guide 2025
Compare nurse, doctor, allied health, and management salaries across Australia and New Zealand. Career paths, specialization premiums, and regional variations.
Engineering Salary Guide 2025
Complete engineering salary analysis across Australia and New Zealand. Compare civil, mechanical, electrical, software, and mining engineering salaries with career progression paths.
Auckland Salary Guide 2025
Complete analysis of Auckland salaries and cost of living. What you need to earn to live comfortably in New Zealand's largest city.
Is $70k a Good Salary in New Zealand?
A detailed look at a $70,000 salary in New Zealand, including take-home pay after tax and the ACC levy.
What are PAYE & the ACC Levy in New Zealand?
A simple guide to New Zealand's PAYE system and the compulsory ACC Earner's Levy.