Category: Personal Finance
My Family’s Story: The Case for Stubborn Optimism
Do you miss the good old days? Well, reminiscing about the past may offer us a surprising lesson on wealth and wellbeing. This is why it matters.
Can Used Cars Be Your Best Value Investment in 2025?
When it comes to building long-term wealth, the small decisions matter just as much as the big ones. Choosing which car to buy might seem like a lifestyle choice. But don’t ignore the financial aspect of it, too.
3 Things To Remember When Getting Into Crypto Trading
In the world of financial management, trading cryptocurrency is not for the faint of heart. It’s the kind of investment decision that carries a high level of risk with it – but the rewards can be just as high in turn.
Portfolio Update: May 2025 — TACO or AJAX? Up 3.14%
We have just experienced our best monthly performance in May since 2021. Here’s how we captured outstanding value by going against the grain.
Money Talks With Simon Angelo: Gold, Housing & Trade
We talk to Reality Check Radio about the current state of play in our economy. The headlines are volatile, but is this creating an opportunity for courageous investors?
New Energy: Powering America’s Next Golden Age
It’s the unspoken truth: you can’t have industry if you don’t have energy. Here’s why investors are preparing for the next big leap in American power generation.
Rental Crunch: The Kiwi Real Estate Doldrums
Once upon a time, New Zealand had the best-performing housing market in the developed world. But lately, it has been struggling. What comes next?
Tech vs Sweat: The New American Dream (Part Two)
For years, the American industrial heartland has been in decline. But the winds are now changing. Is it time for a revival? This is Part Two of our investigative series.
Emergency Finance Reinvented: How Smart Households Stay Prepared
Access to credit means the difference between stability and setback. When an unexpected bill or emergency arises, having a reliable financial solution available can reduce stress and restore control. But not all credit options are built with the same goals in mind. Some products, though quick to access, may carry steep fees or unrealistic repayment terms that end up doing more harm than good.
Bad Luck: The Man Who Lost $300 Billion
Just imagine. You sell your shares in a company for $800, only to later discover that they are worth billions. What’s your reaction?
Strategic Resources: Investing for America’s Comeback
A new era of reindustrialisation is beginning in the United States. This is creating renewed hunger for raw materials. How can investors capture the potential upside?
9 Expert Tips for Managing Your Finances Like a Pro
Managing your money well isn’t about being perfect.
It’s about building smart habits, staying consistent, and making choices that support your goals.
Here are five expert-backed tips to help you manage your finances like a pro:
What it Means to Find Financial Security
We hear a lot about financial security, but it’s not always that easy to know what it means. We think it means wealth and having a vast amount of savings – but is it more complex than that? Should you lose your income or want to take some time off, knowing that you are financially secure can help hugely. But it often goes beyond that. Trying to understand the meaning is the first step in being able to accomplish it. So in this blog post, we’re going to explore exactly what it means to find financial security.
Simon Angelo: Undervalued Situations
If you’re hunting for value on the global markets, it can be helpful to go against the grain. Here are three mispriced areas that may be worth exploring.
Tech vs Sweat: The New American Dream (Part One)
Globalisation has transformed the fabric of American society. The change has been radical. But at what cost? This is Part One of our investigative series.