Dreaming of moving into a retirement village but the unknown costs are putting you off? Well, some big changes could be coming for the retirement village industry to make things fairer for all residents.
Building a house can be one of the most exciting projects you’ll ever carry out, but it can also be one of the most stressful. Even the most well drafted build contract will not prevent you from having issues if the builder is not up to scratch however so make sure you do your own due diligence on the builder and you’re certain they are the one for the job.
If you’re looking to expand your workforce over summer, remember there is a big difference between a part-time employee and a fixed-term or casual employee, and different employment laws apply. It’s all in the fine print and the employment agreement is key.
The ‘Bank of Mum and Dad’ (BOMD) is now the fifth largest lender in New Zealand, but what happens if it all goes pear shaped and your kid’s relationship breaks down?
