Yes I would say the same, ask your questions here first, and then only if you can't get an answer spend your money. Most people can back up their advice with references so you know that they are giving sound advice.
Even if this forum hasn't got the answer there are other forums out there.

From asking questions on forums I have learnt
All about the immigration proces and the points system
How to ship my stuff there, what companies to avoid
How to import a motorbike
Where to buy a campervan as soon as we get there
What the food is like
Various useful links to prospective employers
How to ship animals accross
MAF regulations
Links to estate agent websites
WOFs
New Zealand driving regulations

I could go on, the list is endless.