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Change is coming for AdviceFirst.

It feels like yesterday that enable.me and AdviceFirst took the leap to join forces, with a shared goal of delivering better financial outcomes for Kiwis across New Zealand. Since then, we’ve grown into a stronger team - helping clients improve their financial fitness, protect their financial future, and build lasting wealth.

This year, we’re taking the next step in that journey as we come together as one. We look forward to sharing more with you soon. Stay tuned.

Property is often seen as the cornerstone of wealth building in New Zealand.

But is buying any property and holding it for as long as possible really the best approach?

enable.me Head Strategic Coach, Katie Wesney, shares her thoughts.

https://www.stuff.co.nz/home-property/360916727/waiting-market-change-how-know-its-time-offload-property-thats-turned-investment-dud

Waiting for the market to change? How to know it’s time to offload a property that’s turned into an investment dud Holding onto a property can sometimes be motivated by an abject fear of failure rather than sound financial decision-making.

Meri Kirihimete from the team at AdviceFirst.

When the Global Financial Crisis wiped out nearly everything Caroline and her husband had worked hard for, they had to start again. By resetting their goals and making smart shifts, they rebuilt with confidence and created momentum for their future.

Read more about their story in enable.me - Financial Strategy and Coaching blog here:

From Ground Zero To Financial Confidence: Caroline’s Story | Enable.me Sometimes, you can be doing everything right with your money - ticking all the right boxes, putting in the hard work- only for life to throw you a curveball.

This time of year draws us closer to our loved ones - through Christmas planning, end-of-year celebrations, and those all-important negotiations with the kids over their wish lists. But amid the festive busyness, it’s easy to overlook the importance of open communication with your partner. In particular, long-held financial secrets can undermine years of trust in a matter of seconds.

Katie Wesney shares insights from real client experiences on the impact of hidden finances - and offers practical tips for fostering honest, open conversations about money.

A $15,000 secret: Lies like this break more relationships than you’d think Not all infidelity is romantic in nature. Money can also leave partners betrayed, writes Katie Wesney.

Australia or New Zealand - which country is better serving its population’s retirement needs?

Two vastly different philosophies are shaping how each nation prepares for retirement. Katie Wesney, Head Strategic Coach from enable.me, explores the contrasts and what they could mean for future generations.

https://www.stuff.co.nz/money/360913079/who-does-retirement-better-australia-or-new-zealand

Who does retirement better: Australia or New Zealand? There are important differences to consider between Australia and New Zealand when it comes to retirement.

When we talk about financial freedom, we’re not talking about a pipe dream only reserved for the wealthy. Financial freedom means something different to everyone, whether it’s retiring early, crushing the mortgage, or better sleep with the right protection plan in place.

Financial freedom is achievable for anyone who has a clear vision for their financial future and a willingness to take action.

Getting on top of your Christmas shopping?

It’s that time of year when the kids grab the felt pens and start mapping out their Christmas wish lists - sometimes more like a business negotiation than a gift request. To help you stay focused (and avoid breaking the bank), our enable.me team have pulled together our top tips for navigating the silly season.

Read it here: https://www.enable.me/blog/how-to-navigate-the-festive-season-without-breaking-the-bank-in-2025

How To Navigate The Festive Season Without Breaking The Bank In 2025 | Enable.me December is quickly approaching - a time where many of us come together and celebrate, and a time to reflect on our achievements while planning for the year

Twenty years ago, AdviceFirst adviser Emily walked through the doors of Dress for Success as a client. Today, she’s come full circle - leading initiatives to give back to the charity that supported her at a pivotal moment in her life.

Read more about Emily’s story - one of resilience, transformation, and the power of support at the right time.

AdviceFirst Adviser Emily Owens Shows Up for Dress for Success | AdviceFirst What Kiwis can learn from Australia's super system - and how small changes today can improve your retirement savings tomorrow.