The bitcoin bubble – Part I
What if there is a technological advancement so powerful that it transforms the fundamental pillars of our society?
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Online security a work in progress
In an increasingly online world, we are sharing and disclosing more and more online, and that information is being held digitally.
Ponzi schemes and fools’ gold
You’ve probably heard the saying “If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.” This rings particularly true in the case of Ponzi schemes.
Trust Law Reform Part 3 – Implications for trustees who oversee investment portfolios
On the investment side, many trustees don’t have the relevant documents, which sit under the definition of trust information, for purpose of the bill.
Trust Law Reform Part 2 – You’d best be prepared if trusts bill becomes law
Do you know as a trustee in New Zealand, you will be judged against industry experts, who are professional financial experts?
Trust law reform Part 1 – Benefits versus Costs, Responsibilities
Don’t miss out on this article about the recent Trust Law Reform in New Zealand. Very insightful for those involved with trusts in New Zealand.
A canny view: The ups and downs of downsizing
If your family has grown up and flown the nest and you’re moving closer to retiring, it’s likely that you’ve at least thought about downsizing your home. For some, downsizing can be for practical reasons. For others, it might be a desire to be closer to their children if they’ve relocated, or it might simply … Read more…
The Seven Virtues of Process
Success as an investor starts with the key questions of why, what, where, when and how. Why are you investing? What are your priorities? Where is your destination? When do you hope to get there? But it’s the ‘how’ that’s often overlooked. ‘How’ relates to process. It’s not just what you invest in, but the approach you take to investing. This means adopting … Read more…
Having a Game Plan
An advisor once said he did not so much have people with investment problems as he had investments with people problems. Your assumed rationality can vanish in a crisis. So why not build your human imperfections into your game plan? When unsettling news is breaking there’s a natural inclination among people to want to adjust … Read more…
Are you contributing enough?
We are already 3 months into the new KiwiSaver year, have you checked your contribution levels yet? Will your level of contributions meet the minimum amount ($1,043) to get the full member tax credit ($521) from the government by next June? Self Employed? Rather than leaving it until the last minute to source and organise … Read more…