Setting and achieving your financials goals.

Help With School Expenses

There are a number of agencies and charities which offer financial support to help with school related expenses. Read more to get advice on which service might assist your situation.

Beware Black Friday and Cyber Monday Debt

Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales are coming soon - make sure you're not paying more than you need to - do your research - read more...

Credit Cards or Pay Later Plans?

Pay Later plans or Credit Cards might look an attractive option for purchases, however, do you know their true cost?

Are You the Bank of Mum or Dad?

Are you financially supporting your adult children? While it’s great that you can afford to help in this way – are you really helping them to become financially independent? And what if helping puts your own financial future in jeopardy?

Working with a Financial Mentor

If your work situation has changed, and you'd like some help to sort out your household budget, then come and talk to a BSNC Financial Mentor.

Benefit Entitlements - Talk to an FM today

Get support from our helpful and friendly Financial Mentors to make sure you are getting all your entitlements from Work and Income.

Know Your Consumer Rights

This article explains your Consumer Rights, and which organisations can provide you with specific help and support.

Social Service Providers in North Canterbury

There are a large number of social service providers in North Canterbury. This article provides you with key contact details and information.

Looking to Buy a Home?

Buying a home can be stressful, and you may not know where to start. If you would like help, contact BSNC.

Finance Company Loan Assessment Process

Have you received a loan through a finance company, where they assessed your ability to repay the loan, but then once you start making your repayments, you have quickly fallen into arrears? It might be the company did not complete their financial assessment correctly.

Help With School Expenses

There are a number of agencies and charities which offer financial support to help with school related expenses. Read more to get advice on which service might assist your situation.