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How investing works, why index funds suit most people, which accounts to use first, and how gains are taxed.

4 lessons · about 10 minutes

Lessons

  1. 1 Investing basics: KiwiSaver, funds and getting started What investing is, how shares, bonds and funds work, how to get the most from KiwiSaver, and how to start investing outside it in New Zealand. 2 min read
  2. 2 Index funds vs picking stocks in New Zealand: why go passive Why most fund managers fail to beat an index fund, what fees cost you, how index funds are taxed in New Zealand, and how to start in or outside KiwiSaver. 3 min read
  3. 3 Where to invest: KiwiSaver, PIE funds or shares? Investing in New Zealand: KiwiSaver, PIE funds, term deposits, shares and property, how each is taxed, and the FIF rules for overseas shares over $50,000. 3 min read
  4. 4 Capital gains in NZ: the bright-line test, shares and FIF When capital gains are taxed in New Zealand: the 2-year bright-line test for property, buying to sell, crypto, NZ and overseas shares, and the FIF rules. 2 min read