Investors face all kinds of risks in the financial markets.There is credit risk – the risk that a borrower will default on an obligation. Liquidity risk – the possibility that you will not be able to convert a security into cash when you need the money. Market risk – the likelihood that the share market […]
You have just crossed your 23rd birthday, when you’ve gained the education and/or skills you need for the career you’ve chosen, and you’re earning money and learning how to handle it. Ok, ok you are not in your twenties but are in your thirties and have started looking at financial planning. Fine, this article will […]
Do I Need Personal Financial Planning? Planning for a secure financial future is a must! It can be done, and is not easy. Maybe you’re saving to buy your first home. Perhaps starting your own business is a dream. The costs of a college education have spiraled and you may wonder how you will pay […]
Old age, death, retirement, are all very far away in life. Life is fun. You have just started earning, why should you start financial planning? And for heavens sake at the age of 23!? Well read on. Most 23 year olds are different. Most of them have financial needs that differ materially from those of […]
On retirement many people think they will be on a lower tax bracket. This is a wrong assumption. Your tax bracket may not change especially if you invest in bonds. So do not keep postponing interest income. You will not be on the lower tax bracket unless you create dividend income, long term capital gains, […]