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Five Threefold Group team members smiling together at the KAN 2026 Conference Awards gala evening.
18 May 2026

Threefold Awarded Outstanding Advice Business

At the Kiwi Adviser Network (KAN) Industry Awards 2026 held on May 13, Threefold was recognised in *FOUR* different categories – a result we think reflects the caliber of people, advice, and processes across our business. The headline result was our team taking out the Outstanding Advice Business Recognition (5+ Advisers) award. The judges were […]

Happy couple embracing outside a large modern home - illustrating the decision to upsize in New Zealand's current property market.
28 Apr 2026

The Upsizing Equation: Why a Flat Property Market Could Work in Your Favour

Thinking about upsizing but unsure whether now is the right time? In a flat or softly declining property market, the maths can actually work in an upsizer’s favour – because the dollar saving on a more expensive purchase is typically larger than the reduction in your sale price. Threefold breaks down how the numbers work in New Zealand’s current market, what buyers need to know about negotiating power and mortgage readiness, and why being financially prepared matters more than timing the market perfectly.

Family considering their insurance options.
17 Mar 2026

Do You Have the Right Insurance Cover?

Most people with insurance assume they’d know if they had a claim to make. This article is about personal insurance reviews: why they matter, what they uncover, and why two of our clients received payouts they didn’t know they were entitled to until they sat down with an adviser.

KiwiSaver contribution rates increasing
12 Mar 2026

KiwiSaver Default Contribution Rate Increasing from 1 April 2026

From 1 April 2026, KiwiSaver default employee and employer contribution rates rise from 3% to 3.5%. Here’s what’s changing, what your options are, and what to do next.

04 Mar 2026

How much deposit do I need to buy a house in New Zealand?

Most people think they need 20% to buy a home in New Zealand. The reality is more flexible. We explain what you really need including the 20% rule, using KiwiSaver to buy a home, LVR, and your options as a first home buyer.

A young woman with long light brown hair sits cross-legged indoors, smiling and holding a mug. She wears a light sweater and jeans, with green houseplants in the background and soft natural light as she checks her loan eligibility online.
18 Feb 2026

How Much Can I Borrow?

“How much can I borrow?” is often the first question people ask when they start thinking about buying or upgrading their home, or investing in property. It sounds simple, but the answer is rarely just a number on a calculator. In reality, your borrowing capacity is shaped by a mix of income, expenses, your credit […]

A man stands in a kitchen catching leaking water from the ceiling with a pot and a tub, while a woman holding a small child watches with concern in the background—reminding them of the importance of insurance and support during unexpected emergencies.
05 Feb 2026

When things go wrong, it’s about who’s in your corner

Insurance is often something you set up and then hope you never need. Policies are arranged, documents are filed away, and life carries on. But when something goes wrong – like a burst pipe, a house fire, a vehicle accident, or a major business interruption – this is when the real value of having an […]

A smiling man with glasses sits at a desk with a laptop, notebook, and coffee cup, planning his career. He is wearing a green jacket over a white shirt. The bright office background shows others working at different life stages.
26 Jan 2026

Have Your Insurances Kept Pace With Your Career & Life Stage?

Early on, careers are usually about getting a foot on the ladder. Those early years often involve regular promotions and steady rises in income as you gain experience and take on more responsibility. But as you move through the years and your salary rises, one area that frequently lags behind is personal insurance.  When your […]

A charming, light-colored Victorian-style house with a wraparound porch, intricate trim, manicured hedges, and green lawn under a clear blue sky—an inviting haven amid evolving 2026 mortgage trends.
13 Jan 2026

2026 in Focus: What’s Happening In The Mortgage Market

Please note this article appeared in our January 2026 newsletter. If you are interested in our current view on what is happening with interest rates, please click here. There is no shortage of opinions about where the housing market and interest rates are heading next. Over the summer break, we have consolidated our own thinking […]

A joyful couple, Matt and Kristen, sit on a couch, celebrating and smiling while looking at a smartphone. The woman raises her arm in excitement as the man clenches his fist—both radiate congratulations and enthusiastic happiness.
05 Jan 2026

Congratulations to Matt & Kristen

Winners of our latest ‘get a review and win $5k’ competition We’re delighted to announce Matt and Kristen as the winners of our most recent ‘Win $5,000 Cash on Us’ competition. Matt and Kristen were automatically entered into the draw after they completed a review with our team. When we let them know they had […]

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