When you decide that you really hate something, it’s funny how you can see all of the faults so much more clearly. Like the snivelling moron you sit next to … Read More Morphing mortgage from millstone to firm friend
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Learn to love your mortgage
When you decide that you really hate something, it’s funny how you can see all of the faults so much more clearly. Like the snivelling moron you sit next to … Read More Learn to love your mortgage
Sometimes, it’s the little things . . .
Actions and consequences – every one of the former comes with one of the latter. Usually, it’s big actions that have big consequences, while we’re told “don’t sweat the small … Read More Sometimes, it’s the little things . . .
Don’t fear buying first home
Can you think back to a time when we weren’t all scared? When you, or those around you, weren’t fearful of an impending catastrophe? We live in a constant state … Read More Don’t fear buying first home
Bust the backroom deal and take super control
The best things in life – like a hug from your kids – are free. But, sadly, you can’t survive on free stuff, without turning to crime and pinching everything … Read More Bust the backroom deal and take super control
If only I knew then…
I’d like to bump into myself in the street 20 years ago, but right now. That would be right cool. And rather enlightening. For him. Of course, if I did, … Read More If only I knew then…
Act first and beat maddening crowd
I’ve got a fair bit of contrarian in me. It comes from the same part of my brain that screams: “I hate crowds”. I like people, just not lots of … Read More Act first and beat maddening crowd
Using super for a home is dumb because it will just cost more
Don’t you hate it when someone you respect comes out and just says, like, the dumbest thing ever? Something so idiotic that the credibility they’d built up with you over … Read More Using super for a home is dumb because it will just cost more
I’m from Mars, you’re clearly a Venusian — let’s compromise
Mrs DebtMan claims I only agreed to wedlock because I would gain a second income with which to negative gear. A scurrilous accusation. If true – and I confess to … Read More I’m from Mars, you’re clearly a Venusian — let’s compromise
Forget the RBA, I’m calling it for the buyers
When an undisputed champion offers to adjudicate on a cage fight, respect says you stand back, listen to the verdict, and graciously accept victory or defeat. If Elvis rolled up … Read More Forget the RBA, I’m calling it for the buyers