Financial Planning
advice
It’s not how much you earn, it’s how much you keep.
As a professional rugby player, you may earn well early in life — but retirement or transition often brings a sudden drop in income. According to the NZRPA Retired Players Survey, 60% of players took six months or longer to “gain control” after retiring, and 46% experienced unemployment at some stage.
Good planning makes the difference. That’s why the Hurricanes Alumni Foundation Trust highlights both NZRPA financial support and trusted tools like Sorted, New Zealand’s free financial education platform, to help you take control of your financial future.
General information only: The information provided here is not personalised financial advice. You should always consult a professional adviser before making financial decisions.
The support you provided was invaluable.
“Thanks so much for the financial advice that you have given me over the last couple of months. I can now proceed with the rest of my life and the support that you provided was invaluable to me. Thank you again”
Budgeting Services
Good financial planning is about having the right support and the right tools. Through the NZRPA, you can access direct budgeting guidance, and with Sorted, you can tap into trusted resources to build long-term financial confidence.
NZRPA Budget Support:
The NZRPA provides access to a dedicated financial educator to help players and alumni with budgeting and planning. Their role is to equip and support you with the knowledge and skills to manage your finances confidently during and beyond your playing career. This support is:
- Independent from financial services providers
- Free of commissions or kickbacks
- Focused on your financial wellbeing, not selling products
Get Started with Sorted:
We suggest using Sorted, New Zealand’s trusted, free financial education platform. It offers practical tools, guides, and booklets designed to help you take control of your money. Create your personalised login at www.sorted.org.nz and start with these steps:
Start your emergency fund - Life throws curveballs. An emergency fund helps you handle unexpected events without extra stress.
Get your KiwiSaver on track - Check your fund — could another scheme offer better returns or lower fees?
Tackle your debt - Prioritise paying off high-interest debts like credit cards or finance loans.
Cover your people and your future - Review your wills, insurance policies, and income protection to safeguard your whānau and assets.
Plan for retirement - The earlier you set retirement goals, the easier it is to reach them. Work out your “retirement number.”
Set goals and achieve them - Decide what matters most to you, set targets, and direct your money towards those priorities.
We all hang up the boots one day
We’re here to make the transition to life after the game a little easier.
