Being a Purpose-Based Investor: A Strategy for Modern Times Often, what's on my mind or heart connects to my purpose of building wealth. Today, I want to discuss why you should consider a purpose-based investment strategy rather than just a goals-based one. Given the world's current changes, this approach offers both risks and opportunities. Getting
It's not uncommon for me to have conversations with people, typically in their mid to late 40s, facing a rude awakening. While they were busy focusing on that next bonus to clear the credit card or pay for their mid-winter family Fiji escape, they spot something they never noticed before. It's about this time when
Can you trust KiwiSaver? Are your investments 'safe'? Should I be cautious using a smaller KiwiSaver provider? Before you can reap the benefits of investing, there are essential steps to take before you can fully embrace its potential. Let’s explore these steps: 1- Earning Money: Work is the foundation. Whether you’re passionate about your job
SHEILD: Want to 'take ground' but feeling unsure? Invest with confidence, knowing the following 5 areas of personal finance are sorted. S - Savings (Emergency Fund): How much you need in your emergency fund is determined by the likelihood of you suffering a financial loss, the value of this loss, and the time
I know a lot of people in 'building mode' want to make the best use of what they have – Is this you? Are you trying to get some income ready for when you’re not working any more? If so, be prepared for a couple steps forward, and the odd step back too.
We all invest for different reasons. For some, it’s a game to win, for others, it’s about the freedom to choose. To choose whatever you like, and to hell with the cost. The wonderful law of compounding means you can invest thoughtfully today, and end up being quite wealthy later on. Why this works is
First, let's address something many are feeling but few are saying: sometimes, it's hard to stay optimistic. Whether you're grappling with a sickness, personal setbacks, or disappointing weekend, it's hard to keep in mind that over the long term, there are wins as well as losses. For the most part, rest and medication can work,
So, the 20th century was all about oil. It was the black gold that fueled economies and built empires. But it also left us with a legacy of carbon emissions that we're now grappling with in an attempt to change the temperature of the earth. Some view green investment as a no brainer, yet others
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
The world of investing offers various styles and strategies to accommodate each investor's preferences, risk tolerance, and financial goals. Today, we'll dive into the fascinating realm of passive investing and contrast it with its more active counterpart. I've explored both passive and active investing strategies within my portfolio, and I encourage you to take a
