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How smarter banking is helping Kiwis level up their money mojo

Debut sorts your spending into categories
Jul 9, 2024

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At Debut, we're on a mission to help Kiwis supercharge their finances. We're not just about avoiding pesky fees and boosting savings. Debut also offers tools to help you build your financial awareness to make informed decisions, making you more confident and secure with your money.

Work smarter, not harder. 🏃🏽‍♀️

Ever wonder how top athletes get so good? They rely on continuous feedback and adjustment to improve. We bring the same principle to helping you get the best performance from your finances. Debut's intuitive platform lets you set savings goals and spending limits and tracks your progress for you in real time. Think of it as your personal financial coach, quietly nudging you in the right direction.

Small changes can make an impact. 📊

Studies show that feedback — like seeing your spending habits change — can have a huge impact. With Debut, you'll see how those Uber trips or impulse buys really add up. Over time, this awareness can naturally lead to smarter choices and a healthier relationship with your money.

Grow your savings on autopilot. 🦾

Have you ever heard the saying "pay yourself first"? With Debut, it's easy. Schedule a top-up so you contribute to your savings regularly. You can even turn on Rounding to grow your savings without even thinking about it. Plus, watching your savings grow closer to your goals month after month is a major motivator!

Smash your goals and track it all. 🎯

Our spending tracker breaks down your expenses into easy-to-understand categories, so you see exactly where your money's going. You can even compare your spending month-to-month, spotting trends and adjusting your habits as needed. It's like having a personal financial advisor in your pocket! Drill down into any category to see the nitty-gritty details of your spending.

Pro Tip: Set a budget for each category, and Debut will help you to keep track of your spending.

Isn't it time you took the lead on your financial journey? 🥾

Debut isn't just another banking app. Debut rethinks what a bank can do for you; that’s why we’re shaping it with you. We're leveraging the power of data and technology to provide clear and insightful information that empowers our members to form sustainable financial habits, reach their goals, and build their financial confidence. Join us in shaping the future of banking. 

Ready to see the difference? — Download Debut and experience the excitement of taking control of your finances. With Debut, you'll be motivated to reach your financial goals and build a healthier relationship with your money.

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Sources

Using feedback through digital technology to disrupt and change habitual behavior: A critical review of current literature - ScienceDirect

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Please note, Debut is not a registered bank under the Banking (Prudential Supervision) Act. This is about our future intentions. Investments with us are not supervised currently by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand.

Derrick Olivier is Head of Community and Growth at Debut
Debut is the best way to save, track, budget and understand your money.
We’re doing something that’s never been done in New Zealand. We’re building a bank carefully, thoughtfully and with feedback from our customers. This is only the beginning.