OpinionMary HolmViews on diversifying rather ... diverseCOMMENT: Everyone has a different take but spreading risk seems wise.23 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionMary HolmFairytale endings never a sure thingCOMMENT: There are many reasons why top investors don't remain in front.16 Dec 05:00 PM
OpinionMary HolmThe mortgage or the KiwiSaver?COMMENT: When debt is low, paying down the mortgage might not be best bet.09 Dec 05:00 PM
OpinionMary HolmMary Holm: How to spread your savingsCOMMENT: Changes to KiwiSaver conditions are at the whim of future governments.02 Dec 05:00 PM
OpinionMary HolmMary Holm: Mortgage best for family in crisisCOMMENT: Even a little extra payment will be a help for family facing a terminal illness.26 Nov 04:30 AM
OpinionMary HolmPut house-buying dreams on holdCOMMENT: Figures suggest NZ real estate prices are well out of line.18 Nov 05:00 PM
OpinionMary HolmMary Holm: The perils of flying soloCOMMENT: Tempted by top-performing shares? Be careful, those gains may not last.11 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionMary HolmHolm: Life expectancy key portfolio choiceCOMMENT: Age is not the real factor when it comes to riskier investments.04 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionMary HolmHolm: Index funds look a better bet: studyCOMMENT: Higher-risk strategy can do really well -- or really badly.28 Oct 08:01 PM
KiwiSaverThe property deal you should avoidMARY HOLM COMMENT: Unless you're a high-risk investor don't go near a deal like this...17 Oct 01:25 AM
OpinionMary HolmMary Holm: You're never too old to take a puntCOMMENT: Secure income is all very well, but retiree wants some fun too.01 Oct 03:30 AM
OpinionMary HolmWhat to do with $650k burning in pocketCOMMENT: Couple want to know how to invest their property windfall.16 Sep 10:49 PM
OpinionMary HolmMary Holm: Ethical lines hard to drawCOMMENT: Even index funds offer schemes that screen out the bad guys.09 Sep 05:00 PM
Personal FinanceMary Holm: Student loans - working the systemCOMMENT: There are a couple of issues here. One is your best move financially. The other is the "system".02 Sep 05:00 PM
OpinionMary HolmMary Holm: To save or splurge?COMMENT: KiwiSaver may be the best option if you need help in resisting temptation.26 Aug 05:00 PM
OpinionMary HolmMary Holm: How to cope with investment lossesCOMMENT: Taking on debt can add to your investment returns - and to your losses.19 Aug 05:00 PM
OpinionMary HolmMary Holm: What to do with an inheritanceCOMMENT: I still keep hearing about people who have been put off shares for life. It's a pity.12 Aug 05:00 PM
OpinionMary HolmMary Holm: To keep or sell the rental - it's trickyCOMMENT: One clear advantage of selling is that you can dial down the risk level.05 Aug 05:00 PM
OpinionMary HolmLow-hanging fruit of tax refunds there for takingCOMMENT: The IRD website is user friendly and tax refunds are low-hanging fruit.29 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionMary HolmWhere to stash cash when times get toughCOMMENT: Banks robust enough to weather storms, so term deposits still the best bet.24 Jul 05:45 AM
OpinionMary HolmAvoid 'Black Swans' with term depositsCOMMENT: Indeed nobody can foresee a Black Swan - by definition. It's a rare and unpredictable event.01 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionMary HolmMary Holm: Look before plunging into propertyCOMMENT: Renting and saving while house prices are high may be the best option.24 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionMary HolmMary Holm: Dodgy sales pitch makes the blood boilCOMMENT: Insurance man confused at best, lying at worst -- KiwiSaver schemes equal on matter of tax credits.17 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionMary HolmMary Holm: Huge mortgage? Don't add to itCOMMENT: Increasing your mortgage for an overseas holiday might not have a sunny ending.10 Jun 05:00 PM
PropertyMary Holm: Buying a home was never a doddleCOMMENT: How does buying now compare to 1989? The data may surprise.03 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionMary HolmMary Holm: Think hard before ditching life policyCOMMENT: Shop around. That's the best way to see if you're getting a fair deal.27 May 05:00 PM
OpinionMary HolmMary Holm: SpaceX, Alibaba and high flying dreamsCOMMENT: Alarm bells are ringing and danger signs are looming large. You can "safely" invest in large international companies, but not this way.13 May 05:00 PM
OpinionMary HolmMary Holm: $15,000 makes for frugal Thai livingCOMMENT: Many foreigners living here agree that you really need $40,000 stashed away somewhere in case of emergencies.06 May 05:00 PM
OpinionMary HolmMary Holm: Wealthy people often mind the penniesCOMMENT: It's too easy to get judgmental about how others spend their money - although I suppose it's fair enough if they complain about their inability to save.29 Apr 05:00 PM
OpinionMary HolmMary Holm: Smartshares a good bet for small sumsCOMMENT: The last thing I want to do is put people off investing in shares. If done wisely shares can be an excellent investment.22 Apr 05:00 PM
OpinionMary HolmMary Holm: Low inflation fails to grab retireeCOMMENT: Does the CPI fairly represent the speed of price rises for superannuitants?08 Apr 05:00 PM
OpinionMary HolmMary Holm: Retiring abroad on $15k per yearCOMMENT: Even on a modest budget, a life of leisure in Thailand offers great weather, fabulous food and adventure.01 Apr 09:05 PM
OpinionMary HolmMary Holm: Doing the right thing with bad debtsCOMMENT: A daughter living abroad should be encouraged to face up and repay the money she owes, writes Mary Holm.18 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionMary HolmMary Holm: Low-interest argument has meritCOMMENT: Yes, you're right that it's really important to consider not raw interest rates but how they compare with inflation.11 Mar 04:00 PM
