Teeth will gnash and grind … but for many, this month marks the end of an era for superannuation. An era when super was simple and generous. And, possibly, … Read More Super does the time warp again
Tag Archives: Avoiding investment property pitfalls
On the property merry-go-round
There’s a fine line between pleasure and pain”. I’m tipping there are a few people surveying Perth’s property market feeling that at the moment. The following relates specifically … Read More On the property merry-go-round
Big improvement on Rudd’s dudd
The last time a government tried to help young’uns to boost their super savings … well, it was the stupidest idea ever. In the 2008 Budget, Kevin Rudd gave … Read More Big improvement on Rudd’s dudd
Credit card limits are cancer for home financing
If you’re not in control of your credit card, you’re not really in control of your financial life. An over-the-top generalisation? Actually, it’s not. … Read More Credit card limits are cancer for home financing
Used wisely, debt can help to achieve great things
There is a group of people that, to the day I die, are going to confound me. But it’s mutual. I’ll never get them. And … Read More Used wisely, debt can help to achieve great things
Bargains you will come to love
Everyone loves a bargain. Something cheaper than it was a little while ago, or a bonus thrown into the purchase. End of year stocktake sales, flights outside of holiday peaks, … Read More Bargains you will come to love
The rope-a-dope ‘facts’ lack punch
Walk away. No winners here. Not even interesting conversation. Just the painful sound of your head banging against a brick wall. When it comes to investing, this affliction is most … Read More The rope-a-dope ‘facts’ lack punch