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Welcome to REDnews, Westpac New Zealand's source for insights, opinions and helpful stories on topics such as property, business, personal finance and community initiatives.
Is a holiday home a good investment?
A family holiday home is part of the Kiwi dream, but is it a smart financial move to buy one?
What does your $60,000 deposit buy?
$60,000 was decent equity several years ago. What can it get you around the country today?
Accounts personalisation competition - Terms and Conditions
Accounts personalisation competition - Terms and Conditions
Bang for your buck: should you renovate inside or outside first?
On a budget and wondering were to spend your hard earned cash renovating the inside or out?
Spring City 2022 - Competition Terms and Conditions
Click here to read the full terms and conditions for the Spring City Competition
Property values: understanding the different types
A property investor explains why not all types of valuations are created equal.
New Zealand’s first dementia-friendly bank
Westpac has partnered with Alzheimers Auckland to support the 50,000 Kiwis living with dementia.
Major renovations: which will add the most value?
When making home improvements, how you can be sure it will add value without overcapitalising?
How to save $1,000 a year on your power bill
7 tips to quickly and cheaply reduce your home's energy consumption.
10 fantastic places to raise a family in New Zealand
Looking at education, crime, unemployment, and lifestyle, we list 10 great places for family living.
Pinpointing NZ’s most underrated suburbs
Experts identify the major cities’ underrated suburbs you could benefit big from.
Subdividing: Breaking the myths
Just how easy is it to make money these days through subdividing your property?