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The value in procrastination

The value in procrastination

Procrastination gets a bad rap. It’s often labelled as laziness, lack of discipline, or avoidance. But what if there’s more…

The law of diminishing returns

The law of diminishing returns

We live in a world where more is often seen as better: more money, more investments, more security, more financial…

Money, Ego, and the Illusion of Security

Money, Ego, and the Illusion of Security

The purpose of ego is security. The nature of ego is insecurity. The destiny of ego is surrender. (Credit: @findingawareness…

Choosing a trusted partnership

Choosing a trusted partnership

At first glance, it seems obvious why someone would seek out a financial adviser or planner; to make smarter money…

The holistic approach to life cover

The holistic approach to life cover

When it comes to life insurance, one of the most common questions people ask is: How much cover do I…

Is it time for a lifestyle audit?

Is it time for a lifestyle audit?

Also referred to as an “economic reality check,”, lifestyle audits are not just for the rich and famous, and not…

Are you being reasonable?

Are you being reasonable?

If money decisions were purely mathematical, personal finance would be easy. Spend less than you earn, invest in low-cost index…

Predictions, Plans, and the Power of Perspective

Predictions, Plans, and the Power of Perspective

If history has taught us anything, it’s that predicting the future—especially when it comes to markets—is an exercise in futility.…

It isn’t just about knowledge

It isn’t just about knowledge

It’s a tempting idea, isn’t it? The thought of managing your own finances, crafting your own investment strategy, and making…

The cost of trust

The cost of trust

Financial advice is about more than just investments and returns—it’s about trust. And one of the most important, yet often…