Empowering women through smart money moves: phwealth
As women, we understand that financial planning isn’t just about numbers—it’s about empowerment and security. Empowering other women in Christchurch are Shiree Hembrow and Unicia Veer of phwealth. They’re dedicated to guiding women of all ages through various life stages, and recognise four pivotal moments where financial planning becomes essential: Early Career, Career Advancement and/or […]
Hybrid workplaces: Ricoh NZ
Modern hybrid workplaces continue to evolve at a progressive rate. This means that as hybrid work becomes a permanent change in the world of work, the importance of employees being able to work and collaborate—from anywhere—remains firmly in the spotlight. Forward-thinking organisations know they need to provide employees with digital tools and solutions— or risk […]
Know your numbers, know your business: EBI Business Improvement Specialists
You need to know your numbers to truly know and improve your business. This means accurate, timely accounts, presented in a way that you understand. Don’t be afraid of your accounting software. It should be your best friend.If you do have a game plan for your business, remember that your staff are your players, you […]
A decade of property prices
The latest data from realestate.co.nz proves that prices inevitably go up in the long run. In the 10 years to 2023, the average asking price in every New Zealand region has increased, with 12 of 19 regions at least doubling and the remaining six increasing by at least 50%. Of our 76 districts, 36 have […]
Upgrade your website: Metros Marketing
Building a website from scratch or refreshing an outdated one can be something you put in the too hard basket, but it doesn’t have to be! Here are three things to ensure that building a website can be a painless process. 1. Defining realistic goals: You’ll need to clearly outline realistic goals for the rebuild […]
Listings $28.6 billion down
While Kiwis’ love affairs with property are far from over, a review of realestate.co.nz data from 2023 reveals it was a year where people sat on the sidelines, if they could. The total value of residential property listed in 2023 was down by $28.6 billion, compared with 2022, as prices dropped and vendors paused. In […]
Cash, cash, cash: EBI Business Improvement Specialists
Cashflow is your secret business weapon to survival, prosperity, and growth. Your greatest ally in business is ‘knowing your numbers’ intimately. Good or bad, they’re your best friend. The closer you get to them, the more in control you are of your business, your outcomes, and your life. If you’re not managing cash flow, you […]
Automate to save: Ricoh NZ
Recent increased costs have reduced spending power for many businesses, prompting a need for cost-saving strategies. Adopting Accounts Payable (AP) best practices is crucial to finding ways to regain financial security. Leading the list of solutions is AP automation. For example, a recent study showed that automation can reduce invoice processing costs from $6.30 to […]
Welcome to 2024: NZ Mortgages
It is good to be back in the office after a refreshing break. Read the update: https://metropol.co.nz/blog-well-2024-is-truly-underway-nathan-miglani/ Looking back at the end of 2023, the market was more stable, with some major banks lowering their longer-term interest rates, and the OCR going on hold. However, even as the buzz of Christmas and holiday spending increased, […]
Changing business laws
Last year’s change in government has resulted in several law changes affecting employers and employees, with more to come. Leading the changes last year was the decision to increase usage of 90-day trial periods. From 23 December 2023, all employers in New Zealand, no matter their size, can now use 90-day trial periods. Previously, they […]
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