Listen "Soft Landing - Episode 17 - What Happens When You're Sick, Injured, Made Redundant, or Grow Old in New Zealand"
Episode Synopsis
🎙️ Episode 17: What Happens When You're Sick, Injured, Made Redundant, or Grow Old in New Zealand From ACC to KiwiSaver — The Financial Safety Nets Every Immigrant Should Know About Moving to New Zealand means starting fresh and that includes understanding how to protect your health, income, and future in a new system. In this episode of Soft Landing, I take you through the key financial safety nets and insurance options that help provide stability and peace of mind once you've started to settle in. Whether you're a few months into your immigration journey or already working and building your life here, this episode will give you the practical knowledge to make smarter decisions for yourself and your family. I cover: 🛟 ACC: What it does and doesn't cover 🏥 Public vs. Private Health Insurance: Is Southern Cross worth it? 💸 Income Protection & Trauma Cover: Why it matters and how to get it 🔐 Life Insurance & Redundancy Cover: Who needs it and when 💰 KiwiSaver: What it is, how it works, and when you can use it 📈 Other Investments: Building a safety net for the future I'm not a financial advisor, and this episode isn't financial advice it's just my real-life experience, the lessons I've learned, and the systems I now use to protect my family here in Aotearoa. If you're working toward financial stability, planning your future, or just wondering what these terms mean in the New Zealand context, this episode is for you. Stay Connected Follow my Soft Landing podcast and subscribe to my YouTube channel @softlandingnz for real stories, walkthroughs, and practical tips for newcomers to New Zealand. 📍 All links & platforms: https://linktr.ee/softlandingnz
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