Holm Truths Autumn 2005
Moving the goalposts: Working part-time in retirement makes a huge difference to how much you need to save. Also in this issue: From the Mailbox — Is home ownership so great?
NZ Herald 26 March 2005
Q&As: Man in mid 50s can afford to drop out — but what about emotionally?; Is reader silly to stick with renting?
NZ Herald 19 March 2005
Q&As: Tips for a 12-year-old on how to save; A revolving credit mortgage might be just the thing; One way to spot a leaky home.
NZ Herald 5 March 2005
Q&As: How to invest a student loan, and SHOULD you?; Where can you get an apartment for $100,000?; Bonds may beat term deposits, even for the short term.
NZ Herald 26 February 2005
Q&As: Should single Mum renovate, rent our her house and move elsewhere, or move to a cheaper house?; Share trader’s early success won’t last.
NZ Herald 12 February 2005
Q&As: Should young person saving for a house buy now?; Where to invest while saving to buy a house.
Holm Truths Summer 2004–05
Scattering the seeds: By diversifying, you reduce risk but not returns. Also in this issue: From the Mailbox — Some people over-save for retirement.
Holm Truths Spring 2004
Investor beware!: How to spot a rip-off or scam. Also in this issue: From the Mailbox — Plans for single mother of 41.
Holm Truths Summer 2003–04
Time is Money: A basic principle that helps you understand investing. Also in this issue: Great Debate — Revolving credit v traditional mortgages.
Holm Truths Winter 2002
Getting into gear: Borrowing to invest makes a good investment better and a bad investment worse. Also in this issue: Great Debate — Fixed v floating mortgages.