“Price check, aisle four! Price on a medium-sized tropical island, 50-room palace, 100 staff, world-class golf course, an endless supply of Bollinger and Bintang, an airstrip and a dozen watercraft? … Read More How do you work out how much money you’ll need in retirement, and how do you plan for it?
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Hands off our Super
PORTFOLIO POINT: Twice in a year? Another enemy of superannuation must be declared. Sometimes, “research” adds to debate, because of the inequities that get raised and the opportunities to right … Read More Hands off our Super
Like riding a bike, money habits are hard to forget
I don’t remember learning to ride a bike. I don’t remember many of the early spills. I do remember one time, with my head down and bum up peddling faster … Read More Like riding a bike, money habits are hard to forget
Fixed versus variable mortgage rates: how do you work out which one you should choose?
“I know what you’re thinking. Did he fire six shots, or only five … you’ve got to ask yourself one question: ‘Do you feel lucky?’ Well, do ya punk?” Thank … Read More Fixed versus variable mortgage rates: how do you work out which one you should choose?
Raising the preservation bar
PORTFOLIO POINT: The pressure is on to lift superannuation’s “preservation age” closer to age pension eligibility. We know superannuation is about investing for the long term. There’s an accumulation phase … Read More Raising the preservation bar
Debt Man Investment Newsletter #46
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What are three key questions you should ask yourself before taking on any new debt?
Unfair! The question seems to presuppose that debt is bad. Sure, some of it is pretty nasty. But not all debt. Oh, no-sir-eee. Some debt is actually okay. For example, … Read More What are three key questions you should ask yourself before taking on any new debt?
Superannuation statements will soon start arriving in letterboxes. What things should you look for in them?
As inscribed on the cover of The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, “DON’T PANIC!” I know superannuation seems a bit scary, perhaps pointless. But it’s compulsory and you’ll notice it’s … Read More Superannuation statements will soon start arriving in letterboxes. What things should you look for in them?
Super in a fee fall
PORTFOLIO POINT: The super fee revolution has landed. Over the next few years, a major review of your superannuation could save you a bundle. When you open your annual super … Read More Super in a fee fall
What are the best ways to handle a financial argument between family members?
Families are “unique” little units, aren’t they? Sometimes it’s all love (like The Flintstones and The Brady Bunch) and sometimes it’s all manipulation and scheming (like Dynasty and Dallas). Some … Read More What are the best ways to handle a financial argument between family members?