Imagine, if you will, a future world that's a notch stranger than the one we inhabit now. It's not a stretch anymore, is it? Does your investment strategy reflect this? If you're like pretty much everyone I speak with, perhaps not as much as it should. Consider this: If infinite new wealth in the digital
Uncovering Your Purpose as an Investor: It's not something I hear talked about much. In the world of finance, you may have encountered various labels - entrepreneur, creditor, debtor, and of course, the investor. You might not have realised it, but if you've ever planned to retire in a debt-free home, you've been an investor
By Carley Ellis I recently ran a daily vlog over on my Instagram page (@carleymellis), where I addressed 31 common misconceptions that people have about insurance. I was so surprised at the engagement I received – I assumed people would see “insurance” and instantly turn off. It highlighted to me that insurance is like tax
Hello and welcome to the final article in our mortgage series. We've previously discussed how much of a mortgage is too much, and when you should start repaying it. Now, we're delving into how you can efficiently repay your mortgage. To begin, let's use an example. A $1 million mortgage repaid over 30 years could
Rinsing Off Greenwash: Seeking Genuine Insights on Sustainable Investing Every day, it seems like more and more companies are jumping on the 'sustainability' bandwagon. As someone who's been passionate about the environment before it became trendy, I'm curious about the intersection between the environment., and investing. But let's be honest, it's hard to find genuine
Introduction The world of property can often feel like a maze, complete with its own unique set of twists, turns, and language. To a novice, it might even seem like a completely different universe, with a myriad of jargon that can seem almost alien. But fret not, this guide will serve as your trusty translator
Hello everyone, and welcome back to part two of our mortgage series. Today, we're tackling the pressing question: When is the best time to start repaying your mortgage aggressively? Before we dive in, remember that everyone's financial situation is unique, and what works for one person may not work for another. But here, we'll explore
In our modern-day world of investing, property stands as a tried and true asset class, especially in New Zealand. The financial landscape continually evolves with online investing apps and content to consume that'll bring you pretty close to 'educated enough' to give things ago and get some okay results. An increase to information and democratising
The core reason behind inflation, and consequently, higher interest rates, is arguably due to the prolongation of exceedingly low rates in the past. This approach was the consensus of central banks post-2008 and more recently in March 2020. While this strategy was widely endorsed, I held reservations. Over time, my perspective has shifted towards the
