Take the blue-pill take the red, it doesn't really matter to me. Keep your head down and work hard, I'm sure you'll be happy. We've been living in a sweet dream for about 40 years in 'the West', a dream where the markets seem to always go up and the bad news is always "over
Welcome to a new paradigm of wealth creation, one that's not just about making a quick buck but about future-proofing your income streams. In today's rapidly evolving landscape, marked by technological advances and interconnected networks, side hustles are not just an option—they're a necessity. But how do you choose a side hustle that not only
The Bright-line Test - Understanding It Through a Real-World Example Selling your property is often a lifestyle driven decision, that carries massive financial implications. The Bright-line Property Rule is an essential consideration in this process so it pays to understand the key dates before you go much further with your plans. In this article, I
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
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
Whether you're an experienced political analyst, a curious onlooker, or a concerned citizen, keep an open mind regarding the so-called 'housing crisis' from a few years back. It was first home buyers, greedy property investors, and the overseas buyers we suspected, but never really spotted in the act. We we're led on a which hunt
Redefining Wealth: How Fixing Money Can Transform Our World In today's episode of The Everyday Investor Podcast, we have a fascinating and insightful conversation with Cody Ellingham, a New Zealand photographic artist, writer, and host of The Transformation of Value Podcast. We explore a wide range of topics, from the core principles of Austrian economics
A poem about the property market in 2023 Hear now, dear listeners, heed this tale of truth, For age approaches, stealthy, swift, uncouth. Though preparation may seem far away, To start late is to falter, come what may. In property, we build our wealth with glee, Yet tremors shake foundations, we foresee. A correction looms,
Everyday investors like us have to figure out how to profit from the intricate financial landscape that is defined by large financial institutions. Expert in banking and professor at Massey University's School of Economics and Finance David Tripe talks to me in the latest Everyday Investor episode. Banks' Influence Can Cut Both Ways Banks have
