Financial resources and news
Check in regularly for the latest financial resources and news. The financial industry is always changing, so we’ll keep you up to date about anything that may affect you, your family or your business. We’ll also post tips and advice about how to make your money work better for you.
Remember, if you have any questions, we’re always here to offer advice.
Your bank wants your KiwiSaver. Here’s why that might not be the best idea.
Bank staff are encouraging customers to move their KiwiSaver into bank-managed funds — but they can’t give financial advice, and the numbers often don’t stack
Ready for an adventure? The Cole Murray Cape Kidnappers Trail Run is back!
Cole Murray Cape Kidnappers | Te Kauwae-a-Māui returns on Saturday, 26 September 2026. This is your chance to experience one of Hawke’s Bay’s most iconic
Investment update – May 2026
January and February actually got off to a pretty good start. Inflation was cooling down, economies were ticking along nicely, and it was shaping up
Cole Murray is now CM Financial Advisers
Cole Murray is evolving into CM Financial Advisers. While our name is changing, everything our clients value about us remains exactly the same. For over
Sorting your finances during a separation
Separation and divorce sit among life’s most emotionally draining experiences. When shared property and finances are involved, the complexity can feel overwhelming. Knowing where to
CM Financial Advisers are award winning
Our Financial Advisers work really hard for our clients, and the devil is very much in the detail in this industry. It’s a paper-work heavy
Judy’s story: How health insurance supported her family
Our Mortgage and Insurance Adviser Judy Steiner shares the personal journey she and her husband Dan are currently facing, and how health insurance has played
Your emergency fund and insurance working hand in hand
If you’ve worked hard to build up a solid emergency fund, that’s something to be proud of. Having a financial safety net in place shows
What are insurance exclusions?
Life and health insurance plays a vital role in keeping your finances safe when the unexpected happens. What many people don’t realise is that not
Renovate your home or build a new one?
If you’ve always dreamed of living in a brand-new home but are put off by the cost and stress of building, there may be another
First home buyers: Borrowing power and deposits
Looking at buying your first home? Been saving for a house deposit? Then your ‘borrowing power’ is a critical number to know. Check out our
How to pay off your mortgage faster
It goes without saying that nobody likes to be locked into a mortgage for longer than they need to be. If you’ve been thinking about