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

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

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…

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

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

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

I’ve been waiting for a bus. For a long time now. Clearly, it’s not coming. It’s time to concede. “Stuff it, I’ll walk”. Okay, time for a quick superannuation lesson. … Read More A big pile of cash, but you can make it bigger