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September 2019
Financial quick fixes – identifying the economic snake oil
Professional sport isn’t the only field where participants succumb to the lure of cheating in exchange for promises of victory.…
Gaining work life balance through outsourcing
If you listened to The Investor Exchange podcast earlier in the week you would have heard Louis and Brett interviewing…
Investing in stocks: price versus affordability
Investing in stocks: price versus affordability With the current stock market so high, this might not be a good time…
The Family Home and Retirement Funding
As some people approach retirement, they may find they are asset-rich but cash-poor. If they own their own home, the…
Taking a total-return approach when rates are low
This low-interest, lower-return environment may tempt some income-focussed investors to abandon carefully-diversified portfolios in the pursuit of higher income. However,…
Health insurance… yes or no?
The argument has been waged for many years – do I take out health insurance or do I invest the…
Recent stories
Risk Tolerance vs Risk Capacity: Why You Need to Know the Difference
In the world of investing and financial planning, understanding the difference between risk tolerance and risk capacity is essential for…
Key Strategies for Building Passive Income
In the pursuit of financial independence and security, cultivating streams of passive income is a strategy embraced by savvy investors…
Peer-to-Peer Lending: Is It A Safe Investment?
In the evolving landscape of investment opportunities, peer-to-peer (P2P) lending emerges as a compelling alternative to traditional investment avenues. Offering…
Investing Mistakes You May Not Know You’re Making
Today, we’re shedding light on some of the less obvious, yet potentially costly, investing mistakes you might be making without…
What is Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI)?
When navigating the complexities of purchasing a home, understanding the various components of a mortgage can be daunting. One aspect…