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The Dollars & Sense Podcast

by Tim Ellis & Brodie Haggerty
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  • Building Wealth in New Zealand with MP Laura McClure

    July 26, 2026 · 45 min

    Send us Fan Mail 2026 election year and we are months away from a potential change in Government! With proposed new policies being announced already and many likely to change, what do Kiwi's need to have their head around today to make…

  • 8 Habits Successful clients share (and 4 Habits that don't make the difference)

    June 23, 2026 · 28 min

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Dollars and Sense Podcast, Tim and Brodie explore a question that sits at the heart of financial planning: What do financially successful people actually have in common? After years of meeting with…

  • The $75 Billion Question: Is SpaceX Worth It?

    June 16, 2026 · 29 min

    Send us Fan Mail SpaceX is finally going public, and the numbers are staggering. With an expected valuation of $1.75 trillion and just 5% of shares available to investors, this could become the largest IPO in history.  In this episode, Tim…

  • Which Tax Pill do you want to swallow?

    June 10, 2026 · 28 min

    Send us Fan Mail Most Kiwi investors know about tax on their salary or earnt income, but far fewer understand how investment tax actually works. In this episode, Tim and Brodie break down three of the most important tax concepts for…

  • From $0 to $120 Billion: The Evolution of KiwiSaver

    June 2, 2026 · 37 min

    Send us Fan Mail July 2027 marks 20 years since KiwiSaver was introduced to New Zealand. In that time, it has grown from a brand-new savings scheme into a $120+ billion investment powerhouse that will likely become the largest asset many…

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  • The “Now and Then” Exercise That Creates Better Financial Decisions

    May 26, 2026 · 20 min

    Send us Fan Mail Without clear direction, every financial plan is both right and wrong at the same time. In this episode, Tim steps away from the spreadsheets and market analysis to explain one of the most important exercises used in real…

  • When Financial Advice Fees Go Too Far

    May 19, 2026 · 27 min

    Send us Fan Mail Most financial advisers defend adviser fees. In this episode, Tim and Brodie do something different...... they challenge them. From ongoing fees on “set and forget” portfolios, to percentage-based charges that grow far…

  • Are Expensive Funds Delivering Better Results?

    May 12, 2026 · 30 min

    Send us Fan Mail A recent RNZ headline claimed all active fund managers underperformed over the last year — a bold statement that sparked plenty of debate across the investment world. But how accurate is that headline, and what does the…

  • The Real Cost of S&P 500 ETFs (It’s Not What You Think)

    April 27, 2026 · 28 min

    Send us Fan Mail "Just buy a low cost S&P500 index tracking fund....." Most investors think buying a low-cost S&P 500 ETF is the smartest move they can make—but the 0.03% fee doesn’t tell the full story.  In this episode, I break down the…

  • The Hidden Risks of Early Retirement — with Taylor Schulte

    April 20, 2026 · 47 min

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I’m joined by Taylor Schulte, founder of Define Financial and host of the Stay Wealthy Retirement Podcast. We unpack why retirement, especially early retirement, is far more of a psychological challenge…

  • Q1 2026 Market Recap: What Actually Happened

    April 14, 2026 · 18 min

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Tim breaks down what actually happened across global markets, why investor sentiment has shifted, and how similar this year looks to past market cycles. More importantly, he explains why short-term…

  • You Retire… Then Lose Half Your Money. Now What?

    April 7, 2026 · 25 min

    Send us Fan Mail This year, tens of thousands of Kiwis will reach retirement age — but how much does timing really matter?  In this episode, I break down three real retirement scenarios using the same $2M portfolio across very different…

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About the show

The Dollars & Sense Podcast: Smart Finance for Kiwis in Their Prime Tired 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 strategies tailored to Kiwi realities—think IRD tax hacks, KiwiSaver tweaks, and recession-proof investing. With 50+ episodes packed with expert insights, listener Q&As, and no-BS breakdowns (from "Bulletproofing Your Super in Uncertain Times" to "Side Hustles That Actually Build Equity"), we're back from a quick hiatus with fresh weekly drops starting now. No jargon, just dollars and sense to help you thrive. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your fave app—join thousands of Kiwis leveling up their finances. Got a question? Email us podcast@foxplan.nz (or drop it in the show notes). Let's make your money work harder for you. #FinancialLiteracyNZ #WealthBuilding #AssetProtection #KiwiFinance