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Archive | Finance
Record Lows for Mortgage Interest Rates
Posted on 10 June 2013.
It has been many years since we’ve seen mortgage interest rates so low. That’s great news for first home buyers and investors in particular. Banks appear to be in a bidding war to attract borrowers.
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The Pitfalls of Overseas Investments
Posted on 10 June 2013.
It is not uncommon for New Zealanders to have overseas investments. Migration to New Zealand, working holidays overseas and inheritances can all lead to investment assets being held outside the country.
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Avoiding Disaster with House Insurance
Posted on 04 June 2013.
Over the next year, a major change will occur for most people in how their homes are insured.
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How to be Financially Secure
Posted on 24 May 2013.
Achieving financial security is an aim that most people aspire to. Worrying about money causes stress, loss of enjoyment of life, and is often linked to relationship problems.
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Frugality is not the Key to Riches
Posted on 14 May 2013.
One of the greatest myths of wealth creation is that being as frugal as possible is the key to riches and a happy life. There are countless articles written about how to save money and become wealthy by recycling materials, making your own household cleaners, growing your own vegetables, upcycling furniture and so on.
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How to Lower the Cost of Your ACC Premiums
Posted on 07 May 2013.
Self employed people are burdened with heavy expenses to comply with Government requirements and one of these is the cost of ACC cover. For tradespeople in particular, who have a high risk of injury, the cost can be significant.
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The Flight from Bonds
Posted on 06 May 2013.
As every seasoned investor knows, the four major classes of investment assets are cash, fixed interest, property and shares. In a fully diversified investment portfolio, cash and property usually count for a much lesser proportion than fixed interest and shares.
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Have Your Say on Retirement Income Policy
Posted on 24 April 2013.
Baby boomers should by now be well aware that as they move towards and through retirement, they will place huge pressure on NZ Superannuation.
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How Safe are Your Bank Deposits?
Posted on 16 April 2013.
Events in Europe have caused many investors to question the safety of their bank deposits due to fears of a global collapse of banking systems.
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How to Plan your Investment Portfolio
Posted on 06 April 2013.
Whether you have a small KiwiSaver balance or a huge fortune, it is important to plan your investment portfolio so as to get the right balance between risk and return.
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Retiring Early
Posted on 02 April 2013.
It wasn’t so long ago that most people had an expectation of retiring completely from the work force the day they became eligible for NZ Superannuation.
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Mighty River Greed
Posted on 19 March 2013.
The question on the tip of everyone’s tongue is, “Should I buy shares in Mighty River Power?” Like children at a lolly scramble, thousands of prospective investors have rushed to pre-register, for fear of missing out if they don’t act quickly.
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Janet Xuccoa Releases New Book to Help Kiwis with their Finances
Posted on 05 March 2013.
Janet Xuccoa (partner of Gilligan Rowe + Associates) has just released a book titled “101 Money Secrets” aimed at people who want to improve their personal finances. Janet also wrote a book on trusts for New Zealand which is extremely good so I know this one will be packed full of good advice. Over the [...]
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The Importance of Cash Flow
Posted on 01 March 2013.
Whether you are running a business or managing the household finances, cash flow is critical. The difference between cash coming in and cash going out in any given period of time is the net cash flow. If it is positive, your cash balances will increase and if it is negative, your cash balances will decrease.
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Start Saving with Two Simple Steps
Posted on 25 February 2013.
Kiwis are being urged to “Think, Shrink, Grow’ by the Commission for Financial Literacy and Retirement Income in their campaign to improve our money habits.
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Managing your Student Loan
Posted on 18 February 2013.
For first year tertiary students, one of the most daunting challenges is how to get financial assistance without being burdened with a lifetime of debt. A student loan is inevitable for most students. Student loans are available for compulsory course fees, course related costs and living costs, subject to eligibility criteria. There is no interest charged if you are based in New Zealand and if you make the required repayments on time once you are earning above the income threshold.
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Find your Personal Financial Flow
Posted on 09 February 2013.
Getting yourself on the path to financial freedom is not just about getting your money sorted; it is about sorting your life as well.
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