Credit card debt can be overwhelming, especially when it feels like there’s no room in your budget to get ahead. But with the right plan, you can regain control and start making progress. In this edition of Ruth's Two Cents, Ruth addresses the challenges of juggling essential expenses while tackling credit card balances.
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Diversification, making regular payments and staying calm amid market volatility — who knew that these are core tenets of healthy investing no matter what your age or experience is! Teenage investor Jordan is back to update us on his investment journey and the wisdom he’s picked up.
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When one spouse is more financially-inclined than the other, how can you make sure that you're both invested to make the most of your money? Ruth shares her thoughts in this new edition of Ruth's Two Cents.
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Interested in dipping your toes into crypto investing? In a market that is exposed to intense fluctuations, employing a bit of caution is the diligent option. WallStreetZen founder Nate Tsang offers his advice for minimizing risk when investing in cryptocurrencies.
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Thanks to pandemic-fuelled online shopping, the rise of Buy Now Pay Later services has been swift and significant. Emma explores the potential pitfalls of this new form of credit, so you can make informed purchasing decisions when buying now and paying later.
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If you’ve ever wanted to find out how much money you need to save for retirement or whether you’re on track to meet a particular savings goal, you might have tried to work it out with a pen and paper. Luckily, there’s usually a calculator available online to figure it out.
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Making our money go further and doing some good while we’re at it — sounds right up our alley! Our friends at Supergenerous help you to do just that, allowing you to regift up to 33% of your charitable donations. CEO and co-founder Guillaume Dehan talks to us about how they’re helping charities all around New Zealand.
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As inflation continues to rise, those who are self-employed have the unenviable task of contending with the effects on both their personal and business finances. Emma shares some tips for managing the effects of rising inflation in self-employment.
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When was the last time you read a personal finance book focusing on finances for Kiwis? Frances Cook delivers in spades with her second book, expertly covering topics from FIRE to earning more and controlling what you earn to the basics of investing. Anton shares his thoughts on this excellent read!
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A recent study revealed that women have significantly less money saved in their KiwiSaver fund, New Zealand’s voluntary retirement savings scheme, compared to their male counterparts. Ruth reflects on her own experiences with saving for retirement when contending with diverse employment and motherhood, and how she’s managed to buck the trend.
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Deciding to grow your money together is a big step in any relationship. For some, it’s a no-brainer, while for others it might not be a good fit. If you’re thinking about combining your finances with your partner, check out Emma’s considerations to help you make the right decision.
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Traffic light methodologies are widely used in project, time and even behavioral management — so why not financial management too? Guest writer and PocketSmith super user Rachel uses her own custom traffic light system, and she shows us how she’s combined it with PocketSmith to organize her finances.
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At the end of 2021, with house prices skyrocketing and rental shortages across the country, journalist Derek Cheng decided to buy a house with a few of his friends. Five months later, he reflects on his experience and shares some intriguing insights.
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How do you raise financially resilient kids? For Head of Marketing Dora, getting her teenage son, Jordan, started on his investing journey early was vital. It’s been a few weeks since he opened an account with investment platform, Sharesies, and he shares his experiences making his first investment with us.
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In this very first edition of Ruth's Two Cents, Ruth answers the burning question any parent or caregiver has - how do you give your kids the best financial head start?
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As the end of the financial year in Australia approaches, we’ve pulled together some essential reading from our partner, Sharesight, that will help you be prepared, get on top of your investments, and have a straightforward tax filing season.
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As a company founded by a couple of enterprising young blokes who wanted to make a positive difference in the world, we fully believe in the significance of entrepreneurship! Our friends at nowly champion the value of this too, and they’re sharing how many entrepreneurs are a force for driving real change.
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“I’ll start a budget next week” or “I’ll only dip into my savings just this once” — we’ve all told ourselves tall tales like this about our money before. When we lie about money, it’s often not for nefarious reasons, rather it’s to ease our guilty conscience. But being aware of these lies is key to helping ourselves build better money habits in the future.
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Have you considered making your side hustle your main gig? As a relatively new entrant to the world of self-employment, Emma is well acquainted with what it takes to make the jump from a full-time, salaried position. Check out how she prepared to transition into being her own boss!
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Long gone are the days where a down payment on your dream home could be easily achieved by saving hard. Working towards a home deposit now requires a bit more finesse. As a master of creativity herself, Ruth The Happy Saver shares some outside-the-box thinking for reaching your deposit goals.
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Perhaps you’re paying for one too many streaming subscriptions that you don’t use or it could be the coffee you buy on the way to work each morning. Whatever it is, everyone has a financial vice and it can be incredibly difficult to give up. Identifying your financial vices is the first step to being able to control them and put you back on track with your finances.
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When was the last time you took a hard look at your finances? Last week? Last month? Erin Lowry’s book “Broke Millennial: Stop Scraping By and Get Your Financial Life Together” explores all the basics of financial management that you need to know when getting started on your personal finance journey, and Anton shares his thoughts on the book.
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With 2022 continuing to be the year of The Great Resignation, we thought we’d ask our friend, Ruth The Happy Saver, for some tips on changing jobs and careers. After all, this Jill of many trades has done everything from driving trucks at a gold mine, to working for the Lotteries Commision, and now, as a successful blogger and podcast host!
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If you’re new to investing, it’s easy to become overwhelmed by the sheer amount of jargon that’s thrown at you. While it can seem daunting, it’s important to gain an understanding of some of the basics to help build a strong knowledge foundation. Here are some of the most important investing terms that you should learn.
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The end of the financial year can feel like an arduous and admin-heavy time, especially if you earn secondary income through something like a side hustle or investment portfolio. Follow Emma’s checklist to get your finances ready for the end of the fiscal year and keep the tax man happy.
