Two issues: Is home ownership the only way to go?; And ethical investing. Firstly, a bit more on children and KiwiSaver. Put in $1000 yourself, or don’t sign them up! 1. Is home ownership the only way to go? — You can instead save lots to cover accommodation in retirement; Home ownership is declining; Owning vs renting — Pros and cons of each option. 2. Ethical investing — What is it?; Possible problems; Are returns higher or lower?
KiwiSaver for children and younger people: 1. Under 18s — Differences in KS for under 18s; Should you sign up a baby or child under 18?; Should you make contributions to a child’s KS account? 2. Over 18s — Best way to save for first home; KS help for first home buyers — 2 aspects. 3. Which type of fund for the young?
Investing in rental property: The pluses and minuses — Low and high-risk ways of investing in property; Don’t overlook the costs along the way; The rental property personality.
Why every NZer under 65 should be in KiwiSaver: What makes it almost impossible to beat; Your reasons not to join, and why they’re probably not valid.
Mortgages: Fixed vs floating rates — Which? advantages of each; Types of mortgages — Ordinary (table), interest-only, revolving credit; Should you pay down your mortgage fast? — Or is it better to save?