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  • How much money do influencers really make?

    October 11, 2026 · 30 min

    Can likes and followers turn into a full-time income? On The Prosperity Project, Nadine talks to talent manager Molly about the business behind social media influencing, from brand deals worth thousands to valuable freebies and the work…

  • The breakup myths that could cost you half your home

    October 4, 2026 · 28 min

    If the house is in your name, is it yours? If you keep separate accounts, are your finances really separate? And what happens when an inheritance goes towards the mortgage? On The Prosperity Project, lawyer and founder of Succession NZ…

  • Before you buy a business, check what you’re really getting

    September 27, 2026 · 34 min

    Buying an established business can give you customers, systems and revenue from day one. But how do you know whether the asking price reflects what you’ll actually earn? On The Prosperity Project, Nadine talks to The Comic Accountant Sam…

  • The budgeting service that takes control of your pay

    September 20, 2026 · 33 min

    What if, instead of trying to stick to a budget yourself, you handed over your pay and let someone else manage it? Australian budgeting service MyBudget has launched in New Zealand, offering to receive clients’ income into a trust…

  • If you lose capacity, who actually makes your decisions?

    September 13, 2026 · 31 min

    If you suddenly became unable to make your own decisions, would your spouse or family automatically be able to step in? Not necessarily. An enduring power of attorney allows someone you trust to manage your finances or make decisions…

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  • Who really pays for election promises?

    September 6, 2026 · 36 min

    No new taxes. Free GP visits. Cheaper public transport. Solar subsidies. KiwiSaver changes. The election promises are coming thick and fast — but what will they actually mean for your finances? On The Prosperity Project, Katie Bradford…

  • The home-buying red flags you can’t afford to ignore

    August 30, 2026 · 32 min

    Buying a home used to mean checking the LIM, getting a builder’s report and sorting the mortgage. But natural hazards, insurance restrictions and increasingly complex property issues mean buyers now have much more to consider. Solicitor…

  • How to know if your KiwiSaver is working for you

    August 23, 2026 · 30 min

    How often should you review your KiwiSaver — and what should you actually be looking at? In this episode of The Prosperity Project, we talk through what matters when reviewing your KiwiSaver, from your retirement goals and contribution…

  • What to do when you can’t pay your debts

    August 16, 2026 · 34 min

    What happens when you simply can’t afford to pay your debts? FinCap financial mentor Charlotte Whitakker joins The Prosperity Project to explain the options available when debt becomes overwhelming — from negotiating with lenders and…

  • The mistakes buyers make in front of real estate agents

    August 9, 2026 · 33 min

    Buying or selling a house is a complicated and often confusing process that real estate agents are smack in the middle of, and stand to benefit from.  So what should we share when dealing with an agent, and what should we keep close to…

  • What happens to your money in a retirement village?

    August 2, 2026 · 30 min

    Moving into a retirement village can offer community, convenience and freedom from maintaining a family home — but the financial arrangement is very different from buying property. Anthony Harper law firm partner Jenny Baldwin explains…

  • When should you teach children about money?

    July 26, 2026 · 30 min

    Are you raising a child who thinks money just appears? From pocket money and piggy banks to KiwiSaver, first jobs and the temptation to bail them out, the lessons start much earlier than many parents realise. So, should chores earn cash?…

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About the show

The Prosperity Project is a weekly personal finance podcast from the NZ Herald. Join host Nadine Higgins every Monday as she talks to experts from New Zealand and around the world about the biggest money issues to help you become more prosperous.   Follow The Prosperity Project on iHeartRadio or wherever you get your podcasts. To get in touch with the podcast, email nadine.higgins@nzme.co.nz