Should I Transfer My Overseas Investments to New Zealand?
If you’ve lived or worked overseas, chances are you’ve accumulated investments—shares, managed funds or property —in another country. But once you’ve made the move to New Zealand, the question often arises: should I leave these investments where they are, or bring them home? At Pacific Wealth, we specialise in helping new migrants and returning Kiwis […]
How Does New Zealand Super Work – and Will You Qualify?
If you’re planning to retire in New Zealand — or have recently moved here — it’s important to understand how the country’s government pension system works. Known as New Zealand Superannuation (NZ Super), this fortnightly payment can play a valuable role in your retirement income plan. In this article, we break down the key features […]
Q1 2025 Market Update: Navigating Uncertainty Amid Rising Tariffs
Market Overview – A Turbulent Start to 2025 The first quarter of 2025 began with cautious optimism in global markets. However, as the months progressed, momentum faded and share markets gave up early gains, driven largely by concerns over Donald Trump’s proposed tariff plans. On 2 April — dubbed “Liberation Day” — the US announced […]
Retirement Planning and Sustainable Withdrawal Rates
Introduction Planning for retirement can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to figuring out how much you can safely withdraw from your savings each year without running out of money. This is what we call the Sustainable Withdrawal Rate. In this article, we’ll explore different withdrawal strategies to help you make an informed decision. How […]
New Zealand’s Active Investor Plus Visa: Changes from April 2025
New Zealand’s Active Investor Plus Visa – Changes Coming in April 2025 The Active Investor Plus Visa is undergoing significant changes from April 2025, aimed at attracting high-value investors to New Zealand. If you are considering an investment-based pathway to residency, these updates could provide new opportunities to invest and settle in New Zealand. In […]
When should you transfer your UK pension to a NZ QROPS?
If you have lived or worked in the UK, you may have accumulated pension savings in a UK scheme. When moving to New Zealand, you have the option of leaving your pension in the UK or transferring it to a New Zealand scheme. While this might sound straightforward, the decision requires careful planning due to […]
Implementing your strategy and incorporating your investment preferences
Building a successful investment portfolio requires not only selecting the right mix of growth and defensive assets, but also incorporating investment preferences such as sustainability and deciding on an investment style (e.g., passive vs. active investing). In this post, we explore how investors can align their portfolios with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, choose […]
Growth and Defensive Assets
When planning an investment portfolio, one of the most critical decisions is how to allocate assets between growth and defensive investments. The right balance between these two asset classes determines your portfolio’s risk, return potential, and ability to withstand market fluctuations. In this blog post, we’ll explore growth and defensive assets, their roles in portfolio […]
Risk Factors and Portfolio Construction
When it comes to investment planning, determining how to allocate assets is one of the most crucial decisions investors face. With a vast array of investment choices, creating a well-diversified portfolio that balances growth, risk, and preferences (such as sustainability) can seem overwhelming. In this blog post, we explore risk factors, the concept of risk […]
Investments and Asset Classes
When it comes to investment planning, deciding how to allocate your assets is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. With so many options available, selecting the right investments and balancing them within a diversified portfolio can feel overwhelming. In this blog post, we break down key asset classes, their roles in the market, […]
