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When many of us think about our retirement years, the problems facing us are unique. We have become used to a lifestyle that is wildly extravagant compared to that of only a generation ago. Houses are bigger, cars are faster, entertainment includes a vast variety of dining out, shopping, exotic holidays and designer clothing. In this book, the author traverses the whole gamut of retirement, from life expectancy, to investment strategy, health matters, home computers, and even the normally taboo subjects of sex and impending death... read more

Socially responsible investing is a broad and complex issue; one that can easily become clouded with emotion. Worldwide there is a growing desire for ethical investment strategies as many individuals become more and more aware of environmental issues. Market trends have seen remarkable growth in socially screened investment portfolios over recent years. In the near future people will undoubtedly be looking for socially responsible investment as the norm. This clear and unbiased guide, written specifically for New Zealanders, will... read more

First published in 1996, this book has been kept up to date and continues to corner a share of the currently very competitive market. Martin's reputation for being able to explain quite complex concepts in simple language stands him in good stead with this title. He offers a strategy for profitable property investment along with a wealth of practical advice: how, what and when to buy, the negotiation process, finance, gearing, tax considerations, how to value property, etc. He offers tips on seeking out bargain properties and enhan... read more

Hundred of thousands of New Zealanders have every reason to be grateful for Mary Holm's widely acknowledged KiwiSaver expertise. Through her seminars and columns, they know that no one understands the ins and outs of the scheme better. Her two previous books on the scheme have been goldmines of information.This third book on KiwiSaver brings together all Mary's expert, in-depth knowledge, and has up-to-the-minute advice on the impact of recent government policy changes. It also extensively surveys 31 KiwiSaver providers, so readers... read more

Contrary to what the big institutions are claiming, there's no such thing as an easy investment decision. Kiwisaver is just another investment avenue, which ought to be considered alongside all the other available investment avenues, not instead of them. And like all the rest, it carries an element of risk. This book aims to inform you of the risks. The first chapter will ask the most basic question of them all when it comes to making decisions about retirement saving: why bother? Chapters two and three will give you an overview o... read more

Every Kiwi's Guide To Money!We all know we should be more responsible with money and think about our long-term positions, but there is always tomorrow. Through the media we are constantly bombarded with 'special offers' that we find irresistible, so consumer debt has become the norm. Today, the majority of New Zealanders simply don't have a good understanding of basic money-management. They have become so overwhelmed by their perception of the enormity of what needs to be done to sort out their finances that they just can't see the... read more

From the author of the best-selling F.I.A.S.C.O., a riveting chronicle of the terrifying rise of financial skulduggery and the damage it is doing. F.I.A.S.C.O. was 'Blood in the Water on Wall Street', this is blood and guts everywhere. The still-unfolding financial story is scary. One by one major companies - Enron, Worldcom, Anderson, Global Crossing are imploding, prey to greed, fraud and illegal finance and accounting.The global financial crossroads is at a perilous crossroads. By 2002, the closing bell of the NY Stock Exchang... read more

Market research is a myth. Philip Graves, one of the world's leading experts in consumer behaviour, reveals why the findings obtained from most market research are completely unreliable. Whether it is company executives seeking to define their corporate strategy or politicians wanting to understand the electorate, the idea that questions answered on a questionnaire or discussed in a focus group can provide useful insights on which to base business decisions is the cause of product failures, political blunders and wasted billions. "... read more

Created by the world's leading finance professionals under the guidance of a highly experienced, world-class strategic panel, including Jim O'Neill, Zvi Bodie, Jackson Tai, Ian Cormack, Laura Tyson and others, QFINANCE: The Ultimate Resource is the first-stop reference for the finance professional. Unique and authoritative with expansive coverage, QFINANCE offers both practical and thought-provoking guidance to counter the key concerns of the time-poor, information-hungry professional. This is essential reading for anyone who deman... read more

NZ author Financial expert Martin Hawes realised at the age of 50 that he needed to make his next twenty summers really count if he was going to achieve all the things he wanted to in life. In this book he shows you how to invest your money in order to fund the lifestyle you want when you retire.Most books on investment are about how to build up wealth. This book is different - it gives practical advice on how to use your investment capital to give you the income that you need when you are no longer dependent on work.Investing for... read more

Collectively the investors in this book have over 244 years of experience,have purchased over 6127 properties and have a combined portfolio worth over $ 183 million. Now, for the first time, you can discover their inspirational stories and closely guarded success secrets! 222 pages 232 x 152 mm

Protect yourself and profit from the coming real estate slump. What goes up must come down. This book spells out the reasons for the coming property downturn and shows you how to protect your assets and profit from the opportunities that will arise. The property boom of recent years has been a global phenomenon. Like booms before it, the dramatic upsurge in confidence in the property market has seen everyday people climbing aboard the real estate bandwagon. Urged on by breathless self-serving promoters, developers and real estate a... read more

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100 Secret Strategies for Investing Success In this book investor Richard Farleigh reveals the one hundred secret strategies that he developed to enable him to succeed in the markets. Farleigh set out to develop a repeatable methodology based on observation and reasoning to enable him to regularly outperform the market. First published 2006.

England's Thousand Best Houses, a lavishly illustrated section of the finest houses in the country, is the eagerly-awaited successor to Simon Jenkin's bestseller, England's Thousand Best Churches.In this new book Jenkins travels throughout England, from Cornwall to Cumbria, fascinating and unusual houses. He does not limit himself to great and famous houses and estates, through they are certainly included in full, but presents an eclectic mix from the many thousands of towers, castles, halls, abbeys, cottages, private houses - even... read more

Gareth Morgan's follow-up to Pension Panic, which has sold almost 20,000 copies. Many of Gareth's predictions from that book have come true - a number of finance companies have gone bust, the property market is in tatters and lots of super schemes are in trouble. In After the Panic Gareth outlines the problems with the products that have collapsed; talks about why the savings and investment sector is still structurally sick; and discusses how best to navigate investing now. This is a must-have book for anyone with super, Kiwisaver... read more

Just like Elliot Wave Principle, its super-bullish predecessor from 1978, this updated and abridged paperback version of At the Crest of the Tidal Wave presents a scenario that appears too dramatic and specific to be more than unfounded conjecture. However, the author's forecasting toll is again the only one that has proved its value in addressing future market probabilities. The result is social science at its best. If even half of the author's forecasts come to pass, the world of finance just a few years hence will be immeasur... read more

With the current pension crisis and a raised retirement age, people today are under more pressure to financially secure their future. How the Stock Market Really Works provides you with all the key advice and strategies you need to successfully invest in the future, without relying on a financial service. Whether you are new to investing or already have a share portfolio, this intelligent handbook will guide you safely through the often confusing world of investing. It covers several areas of the market, including: How shares, bond... read more

This revised and updated edition of Martin Hawes' bestselling book on shares has been written to help both novice and experienced investors. Anyone can make money from the sharemarket and Martin shows us how by starting with first principles and then explaining the 7 secrets to becoming a successful investor. Recent upheavals in the investment landscape mean that it is now more important than ever to understand the sharemarket and to include shares as part of a balanced investment portfolio.