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While it’s widely accepted that most New Zealanders are under-insured, recently our advisers here at Milestone Direct have been seeing people who are over-insured. Being over-insured basically means you are wasting money on insurance. After a mortgage, personal insurances such as life insurance are one of the most important personal financial decisions you can make in life.... Read more Read more

Term deposits are perhaps the most well-known type of investment. What’s little known are the risks and disadvantages of investing in term deposits - the seven points below explain how your term deposits could be your worst enemy. 1. Automatic renewals Investors should beware of any automatic rollover conditions before they enter any term deposit. Matured term deposits may... Read more Read more

New Zealand’s largest health insurer, Southern Cross, recently released a new add-on to their normal health insurance called Cancer Assist. This is an optional extra that current policy holders of Southern Cross health insurance can add to their existing cover to insure against the risk of developing a cancer that is best treated using drugs not yet funded by Pharmac. This area has... Read more Read more

On average, people buy a new car every few years. However, a poor car purchase could cost you hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars. The tips below will help you prepare for your next car purchase and ensure that you are a smart car buyer. 1. Avoid borrowing to pay for your car Interest rates on car loans can hike up the total amount you pay for your car significantly. Car... Read more Read more

We believe that advice should be affordable and accessible wherever you are in New Zealand. To do this we embrace technology to deliver a low cost, high quality service. At Milestone Direct our advisers are trained and obliged to put your interests first. We are here to ensure your financial goals are understood and an appropriate financial recommendation is presented to you and your family:... Read more Read more

If you're looking at purchasing a property, but unsure of how to go about it, watch this step-by-step video of getting a mortgage through Milestone Direct. Read more Read more

Think you may need financial advice? Watch this step-by-step video showing the process of getting financial advice through Milestone Direct. Read more Read more

Associate Professor David Tripe of Massey University discusses why it costs more to build a home in NZ, with Milestone Direct CEO Joseph Darby in this video, the last in our second series of interviews. Read more Read more

Associate Professor David Tripe of Massey University discusses mortgagee sales and the power that the banks hold if you default on your home loan, with Milestone Direct CEO Joseph Darby in this video, the sixth in our second series of interviews. Read more Read more

Associate Professor David Tripe of Massey University discusses NZ home loan interest rates with Milestone Direct CEO Joseph Darby in this video, the fifth in our second series of interviews. Read more Read more

Associate Professor David Tripe of Massey University discusses loan to value ratios (LVRs) with Milestone Direct CEO Joseph Darby in this video, the fourth in our second series of interviews. Read more Read more

Is buying an apartment as good an investment as buying a house? Associate Professor David Tripe of Massey University discusses that question with Milestone Direct CEO Joseph Darby in this video, the third in our second series of interviews. Read more Read more

If you've been wondering whether the Kiwi dream of owning property is really a smart move these days, check out this video which is the second in our second series of interviews where our CEO Joseph Darby talks with Associate Professor David Tripe of Massey University. Read more Read more

If you've been wondering whether it's a good move to purchase property in Auckland, check out this video which is the first of our second series of interviews where our CEO Joseph Darby talks with Associate Professor David Tripe of Massey University. Read more Read more

Part 8 of a series of 8 videos where Assoc Prof David Tripe of Massey University discusses mortgages with Milestone Direct Limited. Read more Read more

Part 7 of a series of 8 videos where Assoc Prof David Tripe of Massey University discusses mortgages with Milestone Direct Limited. Read more Read more

Part 6 of a series of 8 videos where Assoc Prof David Tripe of Massey University discusses mortgages with Milestone Direct Limited. Read more Read more

Part 5 of a series of 8 videos where Assoc Prof David Tripe of Massey University discusses mortgages with Milestone Direct Limited. Read more Read more

There are some fantastic investments available which can form a key part of achieving the financial milestones in your life. Below is a list of the four best investments for under-65’s, some of which offer a low risk and guaranteed rate of return. This means they offer a great platform for your future financial wealth, security, and independence. If you’re nearing or over... Read more Read more

A report recently sent by QV has shown the property trends that we’ve become used to are finally starting to change. This could mean major things for first home buyers, especially those who live in large city centres. The key change reported is that housing is becoming more affordable for home buyers due to the following reasons: Changes in growth rates or property The... Read more Read more