

Cheques and Balances
Cheques and Balances
Whether you're buying your first home, tackling debt, or building long-term wealth, we’ll show you how to make smarter money moves. With over 20 years of combined experience as qualified financial advisers, James Blair and Michael Vincent share straight-talking advice, practical strategies, and real conversations about money - all to help you take control of your financial future with confidence.
Check out our website below:
lighthousefinancial.co.nz
Check out our website below:
lighthousefinancial.co.nz
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Jul 10, 2023 • 21min
From $5,000 to $20 Million before 40 - The Ilse Wolfe Story | Episode 124
This week we're joined by Ilse Wolfe, Director at Opes Accelerate. Ilse has over 15+ years personal property investment experience, owning a private portfolio with 25+ rentals valued at $20m+. She helps property investors improve their investments through renovations. Her time is focused to help aspiring investors begin on a similar path to wealth and passive income throughout NZ.
Check out the full article here:
https://lighthousefinancial.co.nz/ilse-wolfe/
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The 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.

Jul 5, 2023 • 1h 28min
Webinar Special: How To Build Your Financial Plan Ft. Keep The Change | Midweek Episode
This week we go through our first webinar with Luke Kemeys from Keep The Change. Join our next webinar on the 10 Commandments Of Building Wealth below:
https://lighthousefinancial.co.nz/the-10-commandments-of-building-wealth/
The 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.

Jul 2, 2023 • 9min
How To Prepare Your First Property Tax Returns | Episode 123
This week we're joined by Amanda Quill to go through how to prepare your first year of tax returns for your rental property.
Check out the full article here:
lighthousefinancial.co.nz/how-to-prepare-your-first-property-tax-returns
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The 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.

Jun 27, 2023 • 18min
Why Purchase A New Build? Ft. Juliet Lichtenstein From Colliers | Midweek Episode
This week were joined by Juliet Lichtenstein, Associate Director of Residential Projects at Colliers to talk about why you should consider a new build.
The 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.

Jun 25, 2023 • 14min
Hnry vs. Accountants Ft. Amanda Quill | Episode 122
This week we're joined by Amanda Quill to go through the pros and cons of using Hnry vs. using an accountant
Check out the full article here:
https://lighthousefinancial.co.nz/hnry-vs-accountants
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The 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.

Jun 20, 2023 • 26min
Commercial Property 101 Ft. David Burley From Colliers | Midweek Episode
This week we're joined by David Burley, Auckland Director of Investment Sales at Colliers to talk about all things commercial property.
The 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.

Jun 18, 2023 • 22min
How To Budget For A Wedding Ft. Amanda Quill | Episode 121
This week we're joined by Amanda Quill, Manager here at Lighthouse (and soon to be married) for her top tips on how to budget for your wedding.
Check out the full article here:
https://lighthousefinancial.co.nz/how-to-budget-for-a-wedding
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The 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.

Jun 13, 2023 • 1h 10min
How To Invest For Your Family Ft Catherine Emerson and Shaun McGivern | Midweek Episode
This week we're joined by Catherine Emerson from Kernel Wealth and Shaun McGivern from Haigh Lyon Lawyers for an audio version of our recent "How to invest for your family" event.
The 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.

Jun 11, 2023 • 14min
Property vs. Shares - The Ultimate Showdown | Episode 120
The age old question - What provides better results, property or shares? We go through a case study, comparing a hypothetical ten-year investment in the share market against the property market in New Zealand.
Check out the full article here:
https://lighthousefinancial.co.nz/property-vs-shares
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The 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.

Jun 7, 2023 • 12min
38% Yearly Returns! Should You Invest In Developer Funds? | Midweek Episode
This week we delve into developer funds and whether you should invest in them
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The 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.