How do you build wealth?
I was with a group of friends recently and among the topics that got thrashed around (besides the Rugby World Cup, the cricket and a bit of music) was the money we had earned during our working lives. One of the group…
Is it too late for me to save for retirement?
Retirement – are you ready? It seems so many aren’t, and very concerned about it, as I get asked this question weekly. “My question would be around what you could do to improve your retirement prospects if you're 50+, single,…
Do you financially support adult children?
It is an exciting day, albeit tinged with a bit of sadness, when our children leave home. Maybe they are off to see the world, heading to university or flatting with their mates. Does this mean we stop supporting our adult children…
Will ChatGPT and AI Help You and Your Money Mindset?
In a world dominated by ever-advancing technology, the financial landscape is experiencing a profound transformation. At the heart of this revolution lies Artificial Intelligence (AI), which is not only reshaping industries but the very fabric of our personal financial management…
Financial insecurity makes you irrational
You know that when you have money worries (or any worries for that matter), they can seem all consuming. You go to bed worrying about money and it's the first thing that pops into your head the next morning. So,…
A Windfall: What to do with a surprise sum when it’s not enough for a house?
I had a client come to me last week who had come into some money from a relative who had passed away. It was a significant sum of money. So what do you do with it? Spend it on a…
Why do we fight about money?
Do you understand why you fight with your partner about money? Even between couples, money is a very difficult topic to talk about. A friend of mine told me that she and her husband talk about money all the time,…
Being happy with your money
It’s almost the election, which makes most people jittery about money-based decisions. But I am here to encourage you to be happy about your finances no matter the political environment. It’s not an ideal situation, but often in abnormal times…
Seeding essential skills; how to teach children about money, Part 2
This is Part 2 of How to Teach Your Kids about Money. Part 1 is here. Money is such an important aspect of all of our lives, yet, unfortunately being taught how to manage money not taught in most schools. So,…
Seeding essential skills; how to teach children about money, Part 1
Money is such an important aspect of all of our lives, yet, unfortunately, how to manage money is not taught in most schools. Then it is on us, as parents or guardians, to teach our kids about money. And we…