Category: Personal Finance

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Tips to Prepare for Retirement

Retiring in New Zealand can be an exciting stage of life, full of new experiences and possibilities. However, it also comes with significant practical changes like managing finances and understanding what pension you may qualify for. Preparing doesn’t have to be overwhelming or hard – there are simple ways to make the transition smoother when the time comes. This blog post will share tips on how you can prepare now so you can enjoy more freedom when the time comes!

What To Do If A Friend Gets Arrested

If your friend has been arrested, it can be a difficult time for everyone involved. While you want to help your friend through this experience, you may not know all of the steps to take or the resources available to you. Here are four steps to take when your friend gets arrested so that you can provide them with the best support possible.

Tesla: Is It Still Worth Investing In?

There’s no hiding it: Elon Musk is a rock star. But a series of disasters have shaken investor confidence. Is his star dimming? What comes next?

Vistafolio Review: March 2023 — Unexpected Bank Bumps

Our portfolio remains positive despite bank fears. For courageous investors, this brief drama has created a golden opportunity to buy assets for the long-term.

Virtue Signalling: A Waste of Time?

Rage and fury. You can’t deny it: Posie Parker’s visit to New Zealand has deepened the divide in our culture war. What’s really at stake here?

Can You Grow A Business In A Recession?

If you run a business or are thinking about starting a business, then in your research you will have probably seen a big emphasis surrounding sustainability. A lot of businesses are now trying to change the way they do things so as to become more sustainable. This is largely due to the focus on climate change, but also the consumer mindset has become much more aware of where and how they are receiving the products and services from the businesses they spend their money with. 

Bank Failure: Protecting Your Money as Risks Rise

When Silicon Valley Bank fell over, it started a chain reaction of panic. But what is the actual risk here? What can you do to safeguard your money?

Top Tips for Making Your Business More Sustainable

If you run a business or are thinking about starting a business, then in your research you will have probably seen a big emphasis surrounding sustainability. A lot of businesses are now trying to change the way they do things so as to become more sustainable. This is largely due to the focus on climate change, but also the consumer mindset has become much more aware of where and how they are receiving the products and services from the businesses they spend their money with. 

Rishi Sunak: How He Made $3.5m in 2022

There’s no hiding it: the British prime minister is young and wealthy. But look beyond the politics of envy. Here’s what smart investors can learn from him.

Our Doomsday Glacier: It’s Not What You Think

Forget climate change. Our biggest existential threat is close at hand, and it’s tied to our demographic crisis. Is it too late to stop it?

5 Types Of Investments That Are Always Smart

Investing is a smart way to grow your money and create long-term wealth. However, not all investments are created equal, and some carry a higher degree of risk than others. It’s important to understand the different types of investments available and choose the ones that are best suited to your financial goals, risk tolerance, and investment timeline. In this article, we’ll explore some types of investments that are always smart, regardless of market conditions.

Is Your Wealth Safe in New Zealand?

The smartest investors in the country are already diversifying their assets globally. Here are three urgent reasons why you need to consider doing this.

Collateral Damage: What Happens When Rates Rise?

Rising interest rates usually lead to a recession. Does this make you feel anxious? Well, here’s our recipe for looking ahead and preparing for the next boom cycle.

Essential Building Blocks Required To Open Your Own Business Today

Starting your own business can be a totally life changing experience, but it’s fair to say that it’s not an easy journey to undertake. There are countless twists and turns that can throw you off course, and there’s a near constant risk that the time and energy you put into your new business endeavor will all go to waste.

Is Your Money Safe in the Bank?

The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank has stunned the world. But is the fear overdone? Here’s the real story that journalists aren’t telling you.