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Thinking of renovating your outdoor space? Transform your backyard into an outdoor paradise with these 6 DIY projects. Create a beautiful space for entertaining, relaxing, and enjoying the outdoors – get inspired today.

Looking for the best place to relax this summer? Here are the most popular holiday destinations for Kiwis to celebrate their Christmas and summer breaks.

A new motorbike can give you freedom and thrills on the road, especially as we come into the summer months. If you’re planning to buy one, you may be wondering what to check for when buying a motorbike in NZ?

With so many options available, it can be challenging to determine the best way to finance a car in NZ. Don’t worry. We’ve got you covered!

Thinking about going fishing with your friends, jet skiing down the river, or taking the kids out to the lakes on a dinghy this summer? Buying a boat is a big investment, and for many Kiwis, it’s a dream come true. Let's explore what you need to know before making a purchase.

If you’re looking to make improvements to your home in time for summer, installing solar panels might have crossed your mind. Adding solar panels not only can help you reduce your household carbon footprint (hello, eco-friendly!), but the investment pays off over time. Let’s take a look…

We've compiled this list of winter car maintenance ideas to ensure that your vehicle is ready for whatever the season has in store for you.

Who wouldn’t want a holiday in Rarotonga? We’re talking beautiful beaches, crystal clear oceans and lovely warm weather– yep even in Winter.

If you’re tossing up whether you should buy a new car, it can be a bit daunting, especially if it’s your first car. But it doesn’t have to be stressful if you know what to look for.

Any kiwi homeowner knows there’s a lot of potential value locked in their home. The trouble is, it can be difficult to borrow against that value, even if you want to use the money to improve your home. Luckily, our home improvement loan allows you to borrow up to $50,000 to use on home improvements.

It’s time to pack your bags, book a flight, and cross the ditch once again. With self-isolating requirements a thing of the past for travel, we can finally have the winter holiday in Australia that we’ve been waiting for!

Are you a parent or guardian who’s trying to teach their kids about money? If you have a child in your life, you’ll know how hard it is to teach them good money habits that stick!

Broadcasting your wedding virtually is the new normal in 2022 – it allows your loved ones who can’t make it in person to share your special day with you! We want to make sure you have the wedding of your dreams with these top tips to make your virtual wedding perfect and a wedding loan to help with the bills.

Get your friends, family, and Instagram followers swooning this summer with a luxury stay in one of New Zealand’s many incredible lodges, tiny homes, and villas. Whether you’re after a retreat in the wilderness, a room with a breath-taking view, or just an experience that you’ll never forget – we’ve got all your options covered in this in-depth guide to the most exquisite stays in Aotearoa.

After the year we’ve all had, we can’t wait for a Christmas break – and Santa will be here before we know it! With retail open again across the country, it’s time we start thinking about Christmas gift ideas for your friends and whānau. It might feel a little early to start your shopping (we know!), but with courier and shipping delays, you’ll want to plan ahead this year.

Summer is just around the corner and we can’t think of a more Kiwi way to spend your days than on the lake or out at sea with a brand new water toy.

If you’ve got some extra time on your hands this lockdown, we can’t think of a better way to spend it than to start planning a wedding in beautiful Aotearoa – when it comes to locations, you’re absolutely spoiled for choice!

If COVID-19 has affected your job, your finances or your ability to provide for your family, find out if you’re eligible for these financial assistance packages.

With the recent move back into alert levels recently, you may be feeling uncertain or worried about managing your finances and your loan. The team at MyFinance are here to help.

When you need cash now, whether that be for a holiday, new car or debt consolidation to combat all those buy-now-pay-laters, there are a few options out there. Both credit cards and personal loans spring to mind as a way to get cash easily and quickly, but that’s not always the case. Let’s take a look at the pros and cons of both and which are better for your finances.

Whether you’re an adventure junkie ready to hit the slopes or cuddling up by the fire & taking in the views is more your style, New Zealand Winter has something for everyone. Lucky for you, we’ve put together our top tips to get you out on the slopes and in front of the fire faster!

Everyone has a dream. Something you want or need – something you wish you had enough money to do. If your financial situation means you’ve had to put off or delay your plans to save up enough money to get what you want, we’re here to help make your dreams come true a little sooner than you might have thought!