I’ve heard many convincing perspectives on both sides of the current conflict in the Middle East, but the perspective seldom discussed in the West is the spiritual element. In a pro-Palestinian-oriented outlet for the Muslim Brotherhood that promotes pro-Hamas-related content, known as the Middle East Monitor, or Memo, I found a warning of a'red cow’.
How the Reserve Bank of New Zealand’s Mistake Could Affect Your Investments Investing is not just about having the right tools, but also having a clear vision of what you want to achieve and why. To make a living, you need skills. To get your income working, you need to learn new skills. Throw in
Investment risk is a topic that's often simplified to the point of being misleading. While it's true that every time we aim for an investment return, we're taking a risk, the nature of that risk isn't always clear-cut. Many investors, especially everyday folks, may be taking on more risk than they realise. Understanding Volatility and
The 'Greater Than' Auction Strategy Real estate agents are the psyop masters of the property market. They've honed this skill over countless open homes, acting as the market's maestro. Picture the "greater than" symbol knocked over on its side. At the top, you've got the vendor, filled with high hopes, often inflated by the
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
Tech Transformers: More Than Meets the Eye There's been so much news to catch up on this year that I recently caught up with Rupert Carlyon to compare notes. Let's start with Apple. New iPhone, same old story. Honestly, how "new" can it get? Not to mention, we're looking at their fourth quarter of negative
When's My House Price Going to Start Rising Again? Ah, the age-old question that's been on the lips of every Kiwi homeowner and potential buyer for decades. If you've been living under a rock, here's a quick recap: inflation is the rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services rises, causing
Introduction: It’s high time the uncritical and excessive admiration for authority dissipates so individuals can once again choose community beyond just conformity and blind compliance. Happening over a longer timeframe than the election cycle, has been a gradual shift away from One Nation under God, to various fractured groups under the thumb of a nation
The Doors of Perception "In between the things that are known, and unknown, lie the doors of perception." Jim Morrison was often revered and feared in equal measure. In the world of financial markets, where varying perspectives may reveal hidden truths that govern our economic reality, there are other voices that may carry the knowledge
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
