Considering KiwiSaver – need some quick pointers?

June 30, 2010 · Filed Under KiwiSaver  

See the attached link for one minute of KiwiSaver tips…

KiwiSaver tips

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Have life insurance but no Will?

June 30, 2010 · Filed Under Life Insurance  

Everybody with assets, particularly life insurance,  needs to have a Will.  Follow this link for some wise words.

Wills

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Thinking home equity release…

June 30, 2010 · Filed Under Home Loans  

If you are considering a Sentinel Lifetime loan or just thinking about home equity release then there are some wise words to consider from this link.

Equity release.

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Sentinel Lifetime Loan Interest Rate Change July 2010

June 23, 2010 · Filed Under Home Loans  

Effective from 1 July 2010 Sentinels Lifetime loan interest rate will be 7.10% p.a.

This reflects the current market and continues to make the Sentinel Lifetime Loan a great choice for any retired New Zealander’s struggling with their cash flow.

Contact Thorners if you need finer details on the loan and how it may work for yourself or your parents.

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Thorners June 2010 Newsletter

June 23, 2010 · Filed Under Life Insurance, Uncategorized  

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KiwiSaver – the key to your first home

June 23, 2010 · Filed Under KiwiSaver  

As we approach the third anniversary of KiwiSaver, many New Zealanders will be thinking about the tax free government housing subsidy available from 1 July 2010 – just one of the many benefits of KiwiSaver. In addition, members will be able to apply to withdraw their contributions to buy a first home or purchase land to build a first home. So, how does it work?

First home deposit subsidy

After 3 years of contributing at least 2% of their income to KiwiSaver, members will be able to apply for a one-off grant* of $1,000 for each year they’ve contributed to KiwiSaver. The subsidy increases by $1,000 per year up to $5,000. So, if they successfully apply for the subsidy after 5 years of contributing to KiwiSaver, they will receive $5,000. Eligible couples can also combine their subsidies up to $10,000.

First home withdrawal

After 3 years of being invested in KiwiSaver, members will be able to withdraw their own contributions and their employer’s contributions for a home deposit (excluding the $1,000 kick start and Member Tax Credits).  It must be their first home not an investment property. There is no minimum contribution amount to be eligible for the first home withdrawal. And for those second home buyers, they may still be eligible to withdraw their contributions if they’re in the same financial position as a first home buyer.

If members are eligible for this fantastic offer, they’ll stay a member of KiwiSaver and continue to grow their savings while taking advantage of the scheme’s other great benefits.

For more information visit www.hnzc.co.nz or www.kiwisaver.govt.nz

* Income, house caps and other eligibility criteria apply.

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Thorners May 2010 Newsletter

June 17, 2010 · Filed Under Life Insurance  

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