Emma Healey 
One of the easiest ways to save money is to stop spending it. We all know that. But that doesn’t stop us from needing to replace things when they break or buy gifts for the special people in our lives. One of my favourite money-saving tips is to stop using your own money to pay … Read more
When it comes to frugal living, NZ is truly the land of milk and honey. We have fertile land and abundant water. This is pretty lucky, considering the high cost of living and low wages here. That said, I still think saving money in New Zealand is possible. Here on the blog, I’m sharing my … Read more
Being a parent and trying to juggle paid work — even part-time — is a genuine challenge. With endless commitments and unexpected demands cropping up every day, finding something with a truly flexible schedule is rare. Mystery shopping (and its higher-paying cousin, qualitative research) could be exactly what you’re looking for. You choose when to … Read more
The process of getting out of debt can be a long and challenging journey, but it’s important to remember that it’s not impossible. There are other people who have been in the exact same situation as you are, if not worse, and they made choices that completely turned around their financial situations and got their … Read more
I went from $30,000 in consumer debt to debt-free, mortgage-free, and travelling the world with my kids. It didn’t happen by accident. I made a lot of drastic changes to how I spent money, and I stuck with them long enough for the results to compound. Here are 11 things I stopped buying that made … Read more
More and more New Zealanders are looking for ways to make money online—whether it’s launching a side hustle, building a full-time income, or simply adding a bit of extra cash to the budget. The pandemic changed the way we work, and now that it’s behind us, many people are embracing the flexibility of remote work. … Read more
When it comes to free samples, NZers are totally on board. Who doesn’t love free stuff? The chance to try something new – or enjoy something you already like – without any cost is a rare treat. The highlight of anyone’s visit to the supermarket is stumbling across the in-house taste testers, and who doesn’t … Read more
If you want to take paid surveys for vouchers or as a way of making extra income, you can’t go past Valued Opinions as a legit survey site in New Zealand. There are many reasons I consider Valued Opinions to be one of the best survey sites in New Zealand, so in this Valued Opinions … Read more
These days, everyone needs to think about being frugal in the kitchen. A great way to save money when cooking for your family is to find creative, healthy, and inexpensive ways to bulk up meals. By adding volume to your dishes with budget-friendly ingredients, you can stretch your grocery budget further without sacrificing taste or … Read more
If you want to make extra money as a mum without paying for childcare you need to think outside the box. Finding a part-time job to fit your lifestyle can be the perfect way to increase your income and get you out of the house. These part-time job ideas include jobs that can be done … Read more