Learn KiwiSaver, the simple way
Plain-English guides and real-number breakdowns from Cameron Steele - independent KiwiSaver adviser. No jargon, no sales pitch.
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Feijoa: Round Up Your Spare Change Into Your KiwiSaver
Feijoa is a NZ app that rounds up your everyday purchases and puts the spare change into KiwiSaver - alongside your existing provider. Use code SOLID for a $5 head start.
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Solid Steele Named KAN Top Performer - Platinum Tier for KiwiSaver
Solid Steele KiwiSaver Advice has been named a Kiwi Adviser Network Top Performer at Platinum tier for 2026 - the highest tier. Here's what that means for you.
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New to KiwiSaver? These guides explain how it all works in plain English. For quick answers, try the FAQs.
Compound Interest: Why Your KiwiSaver Grows Faster Than You Think
Compound interest is why your KiwiSaver grows faster the longer you leave it. See how $1,000 becomes $45,000 - and what it means for your fund choice.
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KiwiSaver - Your Simple 2026 Guide
Confused by KiwiSaver? Plain-English explanation of what it is, how it works, and how to get free money for your first home or retirement.
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Do You Understand KiwiSaver... and Do You Take Action With New Knowledge?
Rate yourself 1-10 on KiwiSaver knowledge and willingness to act. Most people score 2-4 on both. Cameron explains how a free session moves you forward.
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Changes to KiwiSaver on 1 April 2026
Employer contributions rise, contribution rate options expand, and more. A plain-English summary of every KiwiSaver change that took effect on 1 April 2026.
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Financial Advice NZ: Your Simple Guide to Getting Ahead in 2026
What financial advice actually is, who provides it, what it costs, and how to get independent guidance that puts your interests first - written for Kiwis.
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The 5 Most Common KiwiSaver Mistakes I See Kiwis Make
Default funds, wrong fund type, low contributions, high fees, and set-and-forget habits - the mistakes Cam sees most often, and how to fix them.
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Why Are Kiwis So Bad With Money? The current state of financial literacy in NZ
Financial literacy in NZ is holding many Kiwis back. Here's why it happens - and what you can do right now to take control of your money.
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Who Can Give Me Independent KiwiSaver Advice?
Many Kiwis stay with their default provider without realising a different fund could dramatically change their retirement. Here's who can actually help.
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Start with the main guides to the best KiwiSaver providers in NZ and default KiwiSaver funds - then dig into the detail below.
Am I in the Wrong KiwiSaver Fund? 5 Signs to Check
Being in the wrong fund can quietly cost you tens of thousands over time. Five warning signs that your current fund may not be right for you.
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What is the Milford Active Growth fund in 2026 & is it right for you?
A popular KiwiSaver choice - how the Milford Active Growth Fund works, who it suits in 2026, and when it might not be the right fit.
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How Can I Change My KiwiSaver Provider in New Zealand?
Still in a default KiwiSaver fund? You could be missing out. How to switch providers in NZ in three simple steps - with free, no-obligation advice.
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Responsible & Ethical Investment - What It Really Means for Your KiwiSaver
Keen to invest ethically? What responsible investment actually means in practice, which KiwiSaver funds screen for it, and how to choose wisely.
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The Difference Between KiwiSaver Fund Types
Conservative, balanced, growth, aggressive - what each fund type means, how they differ in risk and return, and how to choose the right one for your goals.
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How Do KiwiSaver Providers Differ?
Not all KiwiSaver providers are the same. Key differences in fund types, fees, performance and service - and how to find the right one for you.
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Planning to buy? Start with the main KiwiSaver for first-home buyers guide, then read KiwiSaver after your first home for what comes next.
KiwiSaver Withdrawal Rules: The Complete NZ Guide for 2026
Confused by KiwiSaver withdrawal rules? Plain-English breakdown of every option - first home, retirement at 65, hardship, serious illness and moving overseas.
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Can I Withdraw My KiwiSaver? When Does It Actually Make Sense?
Not sure if you can touch your KiwiSaver? Every withdrawal option explained in plain English - so you can make the right call for your situation.
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Working for yourself? The main KiwiSaver for self-employed guide covers contributions and the government top-up.
Seven Reasons Why Every Kiwi Should Be Making Contributions to Their KiwiSaver Account
Employer contributions rose to 3.5% on 1 April 2026. Seven compelling reasons to make sure you're contributing - from free money to first home deposits.
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How to Pay KiwiSaver if You're Self-Employed
No employer to auto-enrol you - but you can still contribute and still get the annual government top-up. Here's how KiwiSaver works when you're self-employed.
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Start with the main KiwiSaver for children guide, or download the free Kids & Money eBook.
Retirement planning
How KiwiSaver keeps working for you - from rebuilding after a first home through to drawdown after 65.
KiwiSaver After 65 in NZ: How to Use It for Retirement Income
You don't have to withdraw everything at once. Options for lump sums, regular payments and staying invested - how to make your KiwiSaver work in retirement.
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How Much KiwiSaver money Is "Enough" in New Zealand? (And How I Can Help You Figure That Out)
There's no single right number - it depends on your lifestyle, NZ Super, and retirement age. How to work out what's realistic for you.
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Got super across the Tasman? The main guide is Transfer Australian Super to KiwiSaver. Switching providers within NZ? See the hassle-free KiwiSaver switch.
Got Australian Super? Here's Why It Might Be Worth Bringing It Home
If you've got forgotten Super across the Tasman, transferring it to KiwiSaver could simplify your retirement and improve your long-term outcomes.
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Australia vs NZ - The Pension, Superannuation & KiwiSaver: What's the Difference and What Should You Do?
NZ Super vs Australian superannuation vs KiwiSaver - key differences explained, plus what to do if you've lived or worked across the Tasman.
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What market swings mean for your fund - and what to do (and not do) when the headlines get scary.
The S&P500 Is Recovering... What This Means for Your KiwiSaver
Markets bounced back from a valuation reset - P/E ratios fell from 23x to around 20x. What does that mean for a diversified KiwiSaver portfolio?
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How the Iran war & oil shocks could be impacting your KiwiSaver account
How geopolitical conflict can affect KiwiSaver via oil shocks, the NZD, bond yields and volatility - and what long-term investors should do.
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Understanding the Role of Risk in Your KiwiSaver Choices
Cam prefers "volatility" to "risk" - some funds move more than others, but history rewards patience. How to think about risk at every life stage.
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Crypto vs KiwiSaver NZ: What's the Smarter Way to Grow Your Money?
Crypto vs KiwiSaver: understand the risks, returns, and real differences so you can make smarter decisions about growing your money long-term.
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When the Stock Market Dives: KiwiSaver Dos and Don’ts
Markets tanking and feeling anxious? Straight-up advice for Kiwis on what to do (and not do) with your KiwiSaver when the sharemarket drops.
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Try the KiwiSaver calculator, compare funds with the Morningstar returns report, test yourself with the KiwiSaver Knowledge Challenge, or run the 10-question KiwiSaver Health Check.
Free KiwiSaver Fund Comparison Tool NZ (March 2026 Morningstar Returns Report)
Compare KiwiSaver funds side by side using annualised net returns from Morningstar NZ data - 3, 5 and 10-year figures, updated quarterly.
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KiwiSaver Projection Calculator - Plan Your Retirement Year by Year
Standard calculators use one fixed rate forever. Cam's year-by-year tool lets you adjust income, contributions and fund type per year - six real-life use cases.
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