by Rachel | Jan 29, 2024 | My Work
Whether you find yourself on New Zealand’s North Island or South Island, there are plenty of picnic spots to discover. New Zealand is known for its abundance of lush green countryside, secluded beaches, astonishing lakes and majestic mountains. There is certainly no...
by Rachel | Sep 29, 2023 | My Work
Like many of us, I learned some valuable money lessons from my parents. As we observed them handling money over the years, their financial habits have left a lasting impression. My dad’s advice has also influenced many of the financial decisions I have made in life so...
by Rachel | Jan 30, 2022 | My Work
Do those ultrasonic things you plug in the wall work? People often ask our team at Bug King about using those ultrasonic things you plug in the wall to get rid of rats, mice and unwanted insects. And no, we don’t use them. Why not? Because electronic rodent repellers...
by Rachel | Sep 28, 2021 | My Work
Rising mortgage interest rates and how to cope Economists and financial analysts are predicting at least an extra 1.5 per cent increase to many New Zealand mortgage interest rates, and that greater rises will soon follow. 1.5 per cent? That’s not much at all. Not an...
by Rachel | Oct 2, 2018 | My Work
All you need to know about buying a second-hand EV by Rachel Ellis. Prices are dropping, driving ranges are increasing, and the public charging network is growing. Already, there are around 25 electric and plug-in hybrid models available in New Zealand and as the EV...
by Rachel | Oct 2, 2016 | My Work
Why Choose Samoa? Samoa. What a good decision. As a family we were looking for a battery-charging break from the last few months. Within hours of being in Samoa, the warmth of both the people and climate was a much-needed balm. Samoa, a beautiful place just 3.5 hours...