(03) 9020 2905JUST one? I could write a book. Well, a chapter. They’ve all been learning experiences, so I don’t know how much “regret” there really is. Investments that don’t wipe you … Read More Regrets, we’ve all had a few… What has been your biggest regret when it comes to investments?
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It’s hard work building up assets, so what are some good ways to protect yours from relationship breakdowns or business failures?
How pointless would a new business/relationship be if those starting the baby up weren’t wearing rose-coloured glasses? Doomed. As much chance of survival as the first slab of beer on … Read More It’s hard work building up assets, so what are some good ways to protect yours from relationship breakdowns or business failures?
What are the key mistakes people should avoid when sorting out their tax return?
What’s not to love about tax time? The ATO wants to hand back some of the money it took from you! Billions of dollars raining from the sky. Okay, your … Read More What are the key mistakes people should avoid when sorting out their tax return?
What are three worthwhile goals to set for the new financial year, and can you share one of yours?
Click here to download Debt Man Investment Newsletter #45 It’s an immortal movie scene. Cuba Gooding Jr is on the phone, half-naked, dancing around his kitchen. The guy on the … Read More What are three worthwhile goals to set for the new financial year, and can you share one of yours?
As blended families become more common, how do you structure wills and super to be fair to everyone?
Ah, the Brady Bunch. Would you want that conniving little so-and-so Marcia to get an equal portion? She was a piece of work, that Marcia. Never liked her. Usually up … Read More As blended families become more common, how do you structure wills and super to be fair to everyone?
Doomsayers are getting louder as global financial markets struggle. What are your predictions?
In the next 12 months, a Brazilian transexual will win Eurovision, Tanzania’s swim team will scoop the pool in London, I will make the next Who magazine’s “sexiest people” list … Read More Doomsayers are getting louder as global financial markets struggle. What are your predictions?
As interest rates head lower, what are some of the best ways to make this benefit your finances?
Something to cheer about? “Yeah, yeah!” There would really be something to celebrate if the bastard banks had passed on the cuts in full. No generation has more to gain … Read More As interest rates head lower, what are some of the best ways to make this benefit your finances?
Falling property prices have renewed the debate about renting versus buying a home. What are your views?
Listen up: If rent money is “dead” money, it’s no more “dead” money than mortgage interest. So, that is what you compare. Short term, renting is far cheaper. Long term, … Read More Falling property prices have renewed the debate about renting versus buying a home. What are your views?
Super funds have been criticised for holding too many shares and not enough conservative assets. What do you think?
Bunkum, bollocks and bulltish. But let me explain. That proposition was made forcefully recently by former Treasury head Ken Henry. Uncle Ken’s comments were aimed at default “balanced” super funds, … Read More Super funds have been criticised for holding too many shares and not enough conservative assets. What do you think?
Aussie dollar bonus
You’d be daft not to stack up on your favourite wine when the local grog shop had a special on, wouldn’t you? And who hasn’t purchased half-price duty-free booze, simply … Read More Aussie dollar bonus