The Dollars & Sense Podcast
Tim Ellis & Brodie Haggerty
The Dollars & Sense Podcast: Smart Finance for Kiwis in Their PrimeTired of generic money advice that doesn't fit your life? Hosted by qualified NZ financial advisers Tim Ellis and Brodie Haggerty, this podcast cuts through the noise to deliver real-talk financial literacy for New Zealanders in their mid-30s to late-40s. Whether you're growing your wealth, protecting assets amid rising costs, or planning for family milestones like buying a home or prepping for retirement, we've got actionable st...
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Episodes (80)
Building Wealth in New Zealand with MP Laura McClure
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8 Habits Successful clients share (and 4 Habits that don't make the difference)
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The $75 Billion Question: Is SpaceX Worth It?
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Which Tax Pill do you want to swallow?
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From $0 to $120 Billion: The Evolution of KiwiSaver
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The “Now and Then” Exercise That Creates Better Financial Decisions
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When Financial Advice Fees Go Too Far
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Are Expensive Funds Delivering Better Results?
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The Real Cost of S&P 500 ETFs (It’s Not What You Think)
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The Hidden Risks of Early Retirement — with Taylor Schulte
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Q1 2026 Market Recap: What Actually Happened
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You Retire… Then Lose Half Your Money. Now What?
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3 Ways Index Funds Make Gains in a Bear Market
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The Key to a More Effective Financial Plan
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The 10 Days That Could Delay Your Retirement by a Decade
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Dividend Investing in Modern Portfolios
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Why Good People Avoid Financial Planning and Regret It Later
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Gold and the Long Game: Does It Really Belong in a Portfolio?
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Why a Reserve Fund Changes the Way You Think, Invest, and Live
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2025 In Review. What just happened and what actually matters?
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The Most Misunderstood Part of KiwiSaver Performance
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Following Up on NZ’s Health Insurance Crisis: The Latest Developments
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Exposed: The Marketing Tactics Behind Modern Investment Snake Oil
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Your Wealth Philosophy vs. Reality: Taraia Robin Breaks It Down
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The AI Bubble: Hype or the Next Market Crash?
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Second Marriages, Trusts, and Contracting Out — Part 2 with Hannah Carter
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Blended Families & Second Marriages: The Legal Must-Knows with Hannah Carter
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Why Revolving Mortgages Keep You Stuck on the Financial Treadmill
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Tick Boxes Don’t Build Wealth
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The Hidden Costs of Investing
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Breaking the Home Bias: Why Global Diversification Wins for Your Portfolio
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NZ Medical Premiums set to Sky Rocket in 2025
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#47: Trumps Tariffs, Should We Panic?
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#46 Is that a Goal or a Strategy?
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#45: The Power of Small Caps - What Does History Say About Investing in Small Co...
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#44: Talking All Things Interest
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BE RIGHT BACK!
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#43: Investment Is Supposed To Be Boring!
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#42: Investing In Hype Stocks, Is It Worth The Risk?
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#41: Donald Trump or Kamala Harris: What Will Happen With Stock Portfolios?
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#40: SEASON THREE COMING SOON - A Quick Update / Future Plans
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#39: "Well Mr / Mrs Client, That Depends"
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#38: A FREE RESOURCE Breaking Down Your Insurance Policy/Renewal Letter
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#37: Helping Kiwi Mums and Empowering Them With Knowledge and Guidance!
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#36: The 7 Simple Rules for Long-Term Investing
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#35: Head to Head - Reverse Annuity Mortgages, Are They a Good Idea or Last Reso...
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#34: The Power of Habits - Are they Getting You Closer or Taking You Further Awa...
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#33: Recession - Finally Starting To Feel The Effects, So What Can You Do About...
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#32: Inflation in 2024, Why The Numbers Don't Match Our Experience
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#31: The 8 Great Investment Mistakes, Are You Guilty Of These?
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