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SpaceX IPO Explained: Should You Buy the Biggest IPO Ever? | Episode 479
May 3, 2026
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What the Oil Crisis Means for Your Portfolio: Q1 Investment Update | Episode 478
Apr 30, 2026
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$9.3 Billion Tax Bill: Why NZ Businesses Are Struggling | Episode 477
Apr 28, 2026
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From First Home to Forever Home: How to Upgrade Property in NZ | Episode 476
Apr 26, 2026
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Why New Zealand’s Economy Is Falling Behind (And How to Fix It) Ft. Luke Kemeys & Simon Rolland | Episode 475
Apr 23, 2026
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| 5/3/26 | SpaceX IPO Explained: Should You Buy the Biggest IPO Ever? | Episode 479 | The biggest IPO in history is coming… but is it a once-in-a-generation opportunity or a massive trap?In this episode, we break down the potential SpaceX IPO, covering what an IPO actually is, the eye-watering $1.75-$2 trillion valuation, lack of profitability, concerns around no lock-up periods, exit liquidity risks, and why hype-driven investing could leave retail investors holding the bag.Next Steps: Want to build a portfolio that doesn’t rely on hype? Get in touch with Lighthouse Financial to create a strategy grounded in long-term fundamentals.For more money tips follow us on:FacebookInstagramThe content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions. | — | ||||||
| 4/30/26 | What the Oil Crisis Means for Your Portfolio: Q1 Investment Update | Episode 478 | Markets held up better than expected but the story underneath is where it gets interesting.In this quarterly update, we break down how the Middle East oil shock impacted global markets, why NZ equities underperformed, where money is rotating (value, infrastructure, emerging markets), and what it all means for your portfolio heading into the next quarter.Next steps: If you want a portfolio built to handle volatility like this, speak to the Lighthouse Wealth team about structuring your investments for the long term.For more money tips follow us on:FacebookInstagramThe content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions. | — | ||||||
| 4/28/26 | $9.3 Billion Tax Bill: Why NZ Businesses Are Struggling | Episode 477 | New Zealand’s $9.3 billion tax bill reveals how tax arrears, rising costs, and cashflow pressure are impacting businesses nationwide.In this episode, we break down how tax paid in arrears, rising costs, post-COVID pressure, and compounding penalties have pushed businesses into debt, why IRD is cracking down harder than ever, and what it means for the wider economy.Next steps: If you’re behind on tax or want to avoid it snowballing, speak to the Lighthouse team to structure a plan, reduce penalties, and get back in control early. For more money tips follow us on:FacebookInstagramThe content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions. | — | ||||||
| 4/26/26 | From First Home to Forever Home: How to Upgrade Property in NZ | Episode 476 | Upgrading your home isn’t about buying bigger - it’s about making the numbers work.In this episode, we break down how to actually move into your “forever home” - from using equity and navigating bridging finance to timing your sale, getting pre-approval, and avoiding the common mistakes that can set you back years.Next Steps: If you’re thinking about upgrading, the smartest next step is getting clarity on your numbers - get in touch with Lighthouse Mortgages to map out exactly what’s possible for you.For more money tips follow us on:FacebookInstagramThe content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions. | — | ||||||
| 4/23/26 | Why New Zealand’s Economy Is Falling Behind (And How to Fix It) Ft. Luke Kemeys & Simon Rolland | Episode 475 | New Zealand isn’t broken but the way we think about money, risk, and business might be.In this episode, we sit down with Luke Kemeys and Simon Rolland to unpack New Zealand’s productivity problem - from risk-averse mindsets and property obsession to aging business owners, talent leaving overseas, and what actually needs to change to build a stronger economy.For more money tips follow us on:FacebookInstagramThe content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions. | — | ||||||
| 4/21/26 | The $3,800% Return: Pokémon Cards vs S&P 500 | Episode 474 | Pokémon cards beat the market… but that doesn’t mean they should be your strategy.In this episode, we break down the eye-watering 3,800% return of Pokémon cards versus the S&P 500, unpack how alternative assets like collectibles, wine, and luxury goods actually gain value, and explain the real risks - from speculation and hype cycles to lack of cashflow, valuation challenges, and why most investors are better off sticking to proven wealth-building fundamentals.Next Steps: If you want a clear plan that balances investing, property, debt, and long-term wealth, the Lighthouse team can help you structure it properly.For more money tips follow us on:FacebookInstagramThe content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions. | — | ||||||
| 4/19/26 | Why 30% of Couples Break Up After Buying a House | Episode 473 | Buying a home together might be the dream but for many couples, it’s where things start to fall apart.In this episode, we unpack Charlie Munger’s “ladies, liquor, and leverage” rule, diving into how property debt, rising interest rates, and financial pressure are driving relationship breakdowns, the risks of going all-in on leverage, and what happens legally and financially when couples split after buying a home.Next steps: Thinking about getting on the property ladder? Talk to the Lighthouse Mortgages team today and make sure you’re set up the right way from the start.For more money tips follow us on:FacebookInstagramThe content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions. | — | ||||||
| 4/16/26 | Why 8/10 People Should Sell Their First Home | Episode 472 | Most first homes don’t make good investment properties but people keep holding them anyway.In this episode, we break down why so many Kiwis become “accidental property investors,” covering low rental yields, rising costs, cashflow top-ups, emotional decision-making, and when holding your first home actually does make sense.Next steps: If you’re thinking about your next move with property, speak to the Lighthouse mortgage team - we’ll help you understand your lending position and what you can actually do from here.For more money tips follow us on:FacebookInstagramThe content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions. | — | ||||||
| 4/14/26 | Why It Feels Harder Than Ever To Get Ahead in New Zealand | Episode 471 | It feels harder than ever to get ahead right now - even if you’re doing everything right.In this episode, we break down the reality behind that feeling - juggling mortgages, kids, careers, and ageing parents - while unpacking rising living costs, financial pressure, comparison culture, and how to think about progress, balance, and long-term wealth through different seasons of life.Next Steps: If this feels like you right now, it might be time to step back and build a plan that actually works for your stage of life - that’s exactly what we help clients do at Lighthouse Wealth.For more money tips follow us on:FacebookInstagramThe content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions. | — | ||||||
| 4/12/26 | Property Prices Are Stuck: Should You Buy in 2026? | Episode 470 | With NZ property prices flat in 2026, should you be buying or waiting it out?In this episode, we break down whether 2026 is actually a smart time to buy property in New Zealand, covering market equilibrium, regional differences, investor sentiment, interest rate uncertainty, and why long-term strategy matters more than trying to time short-term growth.Next Steps: Thinking about buying in 2026 but not sure how to navigate interest rates or structure your lending? Chat to the Lighthouse Mortgage team to build a strategy that works in today’s market.For more money tips follow us on:FacebookInstagramThe content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions. | — | ||||||
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| 4/9/26 | Fuel Crisis vs COVID: Which Hits NZ Economy Harder? | Episode 469 | It feels like COVID all over again… but is it?In this episode, we break down the key difference between a demand-driven crisis like COVID and today’s supply-driven fuel shock, covering inflation, oil prices, interest rate impacts, government response, and what it means for households and the New Zealand economy over the next 12–24 months.Next Steps: If you’re unsure how rising costs and interest rates could impact your financial position, reach out to the Lighthouse Mortgage team todayFor more money tips follow us on:FacebookInstagramThe content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions. | — | ||||||
| 4/7/26 | KiwiSaver vs. Property: What Builds More Wealth In Retirement? | Episode 468 | KiwiSaver vs your first home deposit… are you building wealth or slowing yourself down? In this episode, we break down whether you should use your KiwiSaver to buy your first home or leave it invested for retirement, covering deposit requirements, interest rate impacts, compounding vs debt, and how this decision affects your long-term wealth strategy in New Zealand.Next Steps: If you’re unsure whether to use your KiwiSaver or how to structure your first home purchase, the Lighthouse Financial team can help you build a plan tailored to your situation.For more money tips follow us on:FacebookInstagramThe content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions. | — | ||||||
| 4/5/26 | OCR Predictions: Petrol Prices Are Spiking - Do Interest Rates Follow? Ft. Jarrod Kerr | Episode 467 | In this episode, We sit down with Kiwibank Chief Economist Jarrod Kerr to unpack the upcoming OCR decision, why rising oil prices are driving inflation, how demand destruction is already hitting spending, and what it all means for interest rates, mortgages, and the broader NZ economy over the next 3-6 months.For more money tips follow us on:FacebookInstagramThe content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions. | — | ||||||
| 4/2/26 | NZ Economic Update: Inflation Rising, Growth Falling Ft. Jarrod Kerr | Episode 466 | Is New Zealand heading into stagflation? Inflation is rising, growth is slowing and the outlook is shifting fast.We sit down with Kiwibank Chief Economist Jarrod Kerr to break down the NZ economic outlook, including inflation, interest rates, OCR expectations, oil price shocks, and whether a recession or stagflation is actually on the cards. We also cover what this means for your KiwiSaver, mortgage, and investments over the next 6–24 months.For more money tips follow us on:FacebookInstagramThe content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions. | — | ||||||
| 3/31/26 | The Tax on Shares That’s Costing Kiwi Investors Thousands | Episode 465 | Your Sharesies account might be quietly draining thousands in tax and most Kiwis don’t even realise it.We break down how tax actually works on shares in New Zealand - from dividends and PIE funds to the $50K foreign investment threshold, FIF rules, and why the way you invest (not just what you invest in) can significantly impact your returns.Next Steps: If you’re investing and unsure how tax is impacting your returns, get in touch with the Lighthouse Financial team to make sure your structure is working for you not against you.For more money tips follow us on:FacebookInstagramThe content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions. | — | ||||||
| 3/29/26 | Is NZ’s Economic Recovery at Risk? The Long Term Effects of the Oil Crisis | Episode 464 | A global oil shock could quietly reset New Zealand’s recovery - and most people aren’t ready for the flow-on effects.In this episode, we break down how rising oil prices are driving inflation, impacting supply chains, pushing mortgage rates higher, and forcing tough decisions from the Reserve Bank - while unpacking what it all means for borrowers, businesses, and long-term financial plans in an increasingly uncertain economy.Next Steps: If you’re unsure how this is going to impact your mortgage, reach out to the Lighthouse team today.For more money tips follow us on:FacebookInstagramThe content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions. | — | ||||||
| 3/26/26 | A 30 Year-Old’s Retirement Plan | Episode 463 | Build a 30 year retirement plan by starting with your first home.In this episode, we use a real first home buyer case study to break down deposits, KiwiSaver decisions, mortgage affordability, budgeting habits, insurance, and how to turn one property into a long-term wealth plan.Apply Now: We’re picking one Cheques & Balances listener to build a personalised financial plan with and we’ll document the entire journey on the podcast. For more money tips follow us on:FacebookInstagramThe content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions. | — | ||||||
| 3/24/26 | 2026 Financial Plan: Step-by-Step to Fix Your Money | Episode 462 | If you’re not on track with your 2026 financial plan yet - this is where you fix it.In this episode, we break down how to build a practical financial plan from scratch, covering goal setting, budgeting, KiwiSaver, debt management, investing, and the exact step-by-step roadmap to get ahead financially in today’s market.Apply Now: We’re picking one Cheques & Balances listener to build a personalised financial plan with and we’ll document the entire journey on the podcast. For more money tips follow us on:FacebookInstagramThe content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions. | — | ||||||
| 3/22/26 | First Home Buyers Guide NZ: Step-by-Step Process | Episode 461 | Buying your first home in NZ isn’t about finding “the one” - it’s about not getting burned in the process.In this 2026 first home buyers guide, we break down everything you need to know - from deposits (5% vs 10% vs 20%) and mortgage pre-approval to affordability, property valuation, auctions, negotiation, and due diligence so you don’t overpay or miss out.Next Steps: Want to know exactly what you can afford and how to structure your first home purchase? Get in touch with the Lighthouse Mortgages team.For more money tips follow us on:FacebookInstagramThe content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions. | — | ||||||
| 3/19/26 | 5 Signs You’ll Have to Work Until 70 (And How to Avoid It) | Episode 460 | Most Kiwis won’t realise they’re on track to work until 70… until it’s too late.In this episode, we break down the 5 key signs you’re heading for delayed retirement - from carrying debt into your 60s and having no clear spending visibility, to relying too heavily on NZ Super and KiwiSaver - and more importantly, the practical steps you can take now to build a plan, create consistency, and avoid running out of money in retirement.Next Steps: If you want clarity on where you’re actually tracking for retirement and a plan to fix it - get in touch with the Lighthouse wealth team today.For more money tips follow us on:FacebookInstagramThe content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions. | — | ||||||
| 3/17/26 | KiwiSaver, Investing & Mortgages: Listener Money Questions | Episode 459 | Real money questions from listeners - covering KiwiSaver, investing, mortgages, and how to actually build wealth in New Zealand.In this Listener Hotline episode, financial advisors James and Jess answer real audience questions about KiwiSaver contributions, emergency funds, investing during market volatility, retirement planning, spending habits, term deposits vs shares, and whether couples should buy property together. The conversation breaks down practical money decisions many Kiwis face - from saving for a first home and managing debt to building long-term wealth and avoiding common financial mistakes.For more money tips follow us on:FacebookInstagramThe content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions. | — | ||||||
| 3/15/26 | Meth Contamination: The Silent Killer of the NZ Property Market | Episode 458 | Meth contamination in NZ property is a growing risk that buyers and investors often overlook.In this episode we explain how meth contamination happens, the testing process, remediation costs, new 2026 standards, and why banks are tightening lending when meth is detected in a property.For more money tips follow us on:FacebookInstagramThe content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions. | — | ||||||
| 3/12/26 | Will War Push Interest Rates Higher? What It Means for Your Mortgage | Episode 457 | War headlines are everywhere - but what could global conflict actually do to interest rates?In this episode, the team breaks down how the US-Iran conflict, rising oil prices, and global economic uncertainty could affect inflation, the Reserve Bank’s decisions, swap rates, and ultimately the interest rates Kiwis pay on their mortgages.Tune into Markets, Mystics and Mayhem to learn moreFor more money tips follow us on:FacebookInstagramThe content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions. | — | ||||||
| 3/10/26 | Oil Prices Surge 50%: What War Means for Markets | Episode 456 | While the human cost of war is devastating, many investors are asking the same question - what does it mean for markets?In this episode, James and Jess break down the Iran conflict and its impact on markets, oil prices, petrol costs and inflation, explaining why crude oil has surged nearly 50%, how global markets have reacted so far, and what long-term investors should actually do when geopolitical events shake the headlines.For more money tips follow us on:FacebookInstagramThe content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions. | — | ||||||
| 3/8/26 | 10 Years Without Filing Taxes: What Happens Next? | IRD Horror Stories | Episode 455 | Ignore your taxes long enough and the problem doesn’t disappear - it multiplies.In this episode James sits down with Lighthouse Senior Accountant Vinay Reddy and Managing Director Matt Harris to unpack real accounting horror stories - from business owners who haven’t filed returns for years to IRD investigators turning up at workshops - and explain how penalties, interest, GST obligations, and poor tax structures can quickly snowball into major financial stress.Next Steps: If you’re unsure whether your tax situation is set up properly, the Lighthouse Accounting team can help you review your structure and get everything back on track before small problems turn into big ones.For more money tips follow us on:FacebookInstagramThe content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions. | — | ||||||
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