Ready to plan something incredible 2026? Vietnam and Japan are two of the hottest places to travel next year — and it’s easy to see why! From mouth-watering street food to ancient temples, buzzing cities to peaceful landscapes, these destinations offer experiences you’ll be talking about for years. Vietnam –
Rising insurance rates have been a bitter pill to swallow for many of us, especially with so many other costs increasing. There is however some good news on the horizon, with some rates starting to reduce or level out. Commercial property – At the end of last year, we started
Jess Shaw Director & Financial Adviser, Vesta Finance & Advisory “If you are a Kiwi business owner, you could be sitting on the key to your next big investment — and it’s not your home, it’s your business.” For many Kiwi business owners, your business is your biggest asset. It
With over 58,000 insurance claims received following Cyclone Gabrielle, it was no wonder that it took some time for businesses and homeowners to have their claims settled. According to the Insurance Council, delays were caused by assessors getting to some affected areas, along with a shortage of geo-tech specialists to
Rising insurance rates have been a bitter pill to swallow for many of us, especially with so many other costs increasing. There is however some good news on the horizon, with some rates starting to reduce or level out. Commercial property – At the end of last year, we started
Farm succession planning is a crucial process in New Zealand, where farming is more than just an occupation—it’s a way of life, deeply rooted in this country’s culture and economy. This process is not just about transferring ownership; it’s about preserving this way of life and ensuring the continued success
Author: Laura Taylor – Consultant – Projects and Sustainability Of particular interest to the Projects and Sustainability team at Stradegy, including myself, Cameron Burton, and Brad Lawson, are the RMA system changes affecting our clients, especially proposed improvements to the consenting process and the importance of subsequent management of compliance
In the real estate industry we like to comment in a positive way about the market. We want to give confidence to our sellers that they will achieve great prices for their homes. Being a premium brand, we at New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty, temper this with a realistic and
Having an injury or fatality in your business is the last thing that anyone wants. Despite best efforts and following all procedures, sometimes an incident will happen which is just the nature of humans making errors of judgement or simply having an accident. On other occasions it is the organisation
Planning a trip can be exciting, but it can also be overwhelming. Here are our top tips for travel to ensure you have the best experience possible: 1. Plan Ahead and Book Early Why it matters: Early planning saves money and ensures availability. Our tip: Don’t wait for Flights to
