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What is the biggest expense you have had so far this year, and how did you pay for it?
EXPENSE: Purchasing an investment property. Paid for: With a truckload of debt. That might not be repaid. Ever. It had been a while since Mrs DebtMan and I had made … Read More What is the biggest expense you have had so far this year, and how did you pay for it?
The Reserve Bank’s super review
SUMMARY: When the Reserve Bank airs its concerns on the stability of our superannuation system, take note. What is the risk of Australian superannuation funds imploding? How much damage would … Read More The Reserve Bank’s super review
ATO targets your offshore income
SUMMARY: The ATO is targetting your offshore earnings, no matter how small. You have until December to take part in an amnesty … or roll the dice on bigger penalties. … Read More ATO targets your offshore income
Forty, indebted and grumpy — just keep hanging in there
Apparently, life begins at 40. But the party doesn’t last long. Soon after, you sink into a well of depression and want to top yourself. So says a survey of … Read More Forty, indebted and grumpy — just keep hanging in there
SMSF money is moving out of cash
SUMMARY: A speed gun would clock it at marginally faster than glacial, but SMSF money is moving out of cash. To where is the surprise. There are two assets that … Read More SMSF money is moving out of cash
Retirement savings or the mortgage – what is the best destination for any spare dollars?
WHOA! Bring out the big scales for Generation X on this one. This is a tough balancing act, because Xers financial commitments are monstrous – huge home loans, income-ravenous tin … Read More Retirement savings or the mortgage – what is the best destination for any spare dollars?
When is it time to start thinking about making a will, and what are your tops tips for estate planning?
DEATH! Hey, can we lighten this up a bit? To Salt ’N’ Pepa’s classic: “Let’s talk about death, baby. Let’s talk about you and me …” About once a month, … Read More When is it time to start thinking about making a will, and what are your tops tips for estate planning?
Want wealth — get willpower
I’m doing my best to teach little DebtBoy to read. (Almost) every night, for 20 minutes in my study … well, it sounds like I’m pulling his teeth out with … Read More Want wealth — get willpower
New credit rules – might have to start paying on time
Bugger. Might have to start paying them bills before they turn red. It’s a shame – red is such a pretty colour. Really grabs your attention If that’s you, then … Read More New credit rules – might have to start paying on time