Business Taster Recap: Your Hair Coach
What strategies do you use to ensure consistent and exceptional customer service? Chrissy Heathorn from Your Hair Coach recently presented to our group as part of our monthly Business Taster Sessions. She discussed simple, low-cost ways to effect positive change for your…

What is a reverse equity mortgage?
Feeling the pinch? Thinking about applying for a reverse equity mortgage? Marie Donovan says she’s had a few enquiries about reverse mortgages from Ōmokoroa residents in the previous months. So what is a reverse mortgage?

Should I apply for a loan with a mortgage adviser or my bank?
Marie Donovan, from Loan Market, knows what the banks are looking for. When seeking a loan, what are the benefits of going with a mortgage advisor over your bank?

Is now a good time to invest?
Caroline Sykes is an Investment and Financial Advisor at Craigs Investment Partners, and a regular at our Ōmokoroa Business Network meetings. Find out what our local investment expert thinks about whether now is a favourable time to invest.

Do you need income protection insurance?
There are a few things to consider when buying an income protection policy. This month, Darren from TBM Insurance talks to us about why you might need income protection insurance and some of the key elements that can affect the cost of the premiums your pay.

Why is it important to work with an HR expert?
Can you suspend an employee? Should a resignation be in writing? What is workplace bullying? Do I always need to ask for a referee when I employ someone? Marion from Write answers some of the frequently asked questions she gets from her clients, and explains why it’s important to work with an HR expert.