PocketMoney Resources

Practical guides for taking payments in the real world.

Browse practical articles for garage sales, market stalls, busking, school fundraisers, and everyday in-person selling across New Zealand.

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School fundraising 5 min read

Best elementary school fundraiser ideas (easy, low-cost, NZ-friendly)

A practical guide to the best elementary school fundraiser ideas for New Zealand schools: low-cost, age-appropriate events and simple payment tips to make fundraising easier.

Payments & Operations 6 min read

Food stall payment ideas for New Zealand sellers

Practical payment ideas for food stalls in New Zealand: cash handling, contactless cards, mobile payments, QR codes, vouchers, pre-orders and tips. Simple setup, fees and real-world tips for markets, events and pop-ups.

Payments & Selling 5 min read

Payments for a garage sale in New Zealand: practical options and checklist

Clear, practical guidance on handling payments at a New Zealand garage sale. Covers cash floats, card options without an EFTPOS machine, bank transfers, receipts, signage and security.

Payments for casual selling 5 min read

Yard sale payment options

Practical options for accepting payments at a yard or garage sale in New Zealand: cash best practices, card and contactless choices, bank transfers and payment links, safety, signage and simple record-keeping.

Selling & Side Hustles 5 min read

How to make a lot of money at a garage sale

A practical, step-by-step guide for New Zealand sellers who want to maximise income from a garage sale. Covers what to sell, pricing, presentation, promotion, negotiating, payment options (cash and digital), and practica

Busking 6 min read

Do you need a permit to busk in New Zealand?

Short practical guide to whether you need a permit to busk in New Zealand, how to check local rules, common restrictions, busker tips, and simple payment options including using PocketMoney.

Busking / Street performance 5 min read

Busking tips for beginners (New Zealand): how to start, perform, and get paid

Practical, plain-English guide for beginner buskers in New Zealand. Learn how to get started, choose a pitch, set up gear, perform confidently, handle money (cash and card), and follow local rules.

Busking & Street Performance 5 min read

Busking tips box: practical tips to build, place and use one in New Zealand

How to make and use a secure, visible tips box for busking in New Zealand — design ideas, placement, signage, security, counting money and digital alternatives.

Busking / Street performance 5 min read

Busking tips and tricks

Practical, ready-to-use tips and tricks for busking in New Zealand: choosing a spot, building sets, equipment, safety, legal basics, getting more tips (including cashless options), and promoting your act.

Busking 6 min read

Busking tips

Practical busking tips for new and experienced street performers in New Zealand: planning, picking a pitch, performing, equipment, getting paid (cash and contactless), and staying safe and legal.

Busking & Street Performance 6 min read

Busking permit cost (New Zealand) — what to expect and busker tips

Clear, practical answer about busking permit costs in New Zealand. Explains why fees vary by council, gives approximate cost ranges, steps to check and apply, and practical busker tips including how to accept card paymen

Busking & Street Performance 6 min read

Busking permit Auckland — how to check rules, apply and practical busker tips

Practical guide for buskers in Auckland: when you need a permit, who to contact, what to include in an application, on-the-ground tips for spots and etiquette, and how to accept cashless payments without carrying an EFTP