Fencing Disputes NZ: Who Pays and How to Resolve
Picture this: you've just moved into your dream Kiwi home in Auckland, only to discover the boundary fence with your neighbour is leaning precariously...
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Sarah Mitchell
Senior Finance Writer
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Articles
Sarah covers personal finance, tax, and KiwiSaver topics for Lifetimes NZ. She focuses on making money management straightforward and practical for everyday Kiwis.
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I write to help New Zealanders make confident financial decisions with clear, accurate information.
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Personal Finance
Tax
KiwiSaver
Budgeting
Insurance
Articles by Sarah Mitchell
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Meal Planning NZ: Saving Money on Weekly Food
With grocery prices jumping again from 15 February 2026, Kiwis are feeling the pinch like never before—pensioners alone face a 260 NZD monthly hit to...
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Food Banks NZ: Accessing Help When You Need It
When the cost of living squeezes your budget and the fridge is looking bare, knowing where to turn for help can make all the difference. Food banks ac...
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Cheap Eats NZ: Best Value Dining by City
Whether you're stretching your KiwiSaver contributions or just watching the weekly shop amid rising living costs, finding cheap eats NZ doesn't mean s...
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Alcohol Delivery Laws NZ: What's Legal and What's Not
Ever ordered a cold six-pack online after a long day, only to wonder if it's actually legal to have it dropped at your door in New Zealand? With off-l...
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Resident Withholding Tax: Understanding RWT on Savings
Ever wondered why your bank statement shows a chunk of your hard-earned interest vanishing before it hits your account? That's Resident Withholding Ta...
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Foreign Income Tax NZ: Reporting Overseas Earnings
If you're earning money from overseas sources while living in New Zealand, the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) expects you to report it. Whether you'r...
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Rental Income Tax NZ: What Landlords Must Know
Owning a rental property in New Zealand can be a smart way to build wealth, but getting the tax side right is crucial to avoid nasty surprises from IR...
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Company Tax NZ: Rates Payments and Compliance
Running a company in New Zealand means navigating the ins and outs of company tax NZ, from flat rates to timely payments and strict compliance rules....
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Family Trust Tax Changes NZ: What Trustees Need to Know
If you're a trustee in New Zealand, the recent hike in the trustee tax rate to 39% from 1 April 2024 has likely grabbed your attention.Family trust ta...
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Making Tax Easier: Using MyIR Effectively
Ever stared at a tax return feeling like it's written in another language? You're not alone—many Kiwis dread tax time, but with MyIR, Inland Revenue's...
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Capital Gains: What's Taxable in NZ (Even Without CGT)
Imagine selling your investment property after years of holding it, only to discover a hefty tax bill waiting because of rules that treat your profit...
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