Preparing your financial survival kit

Natural disasters are unpredictable and in many cases can be life changing for those caught up in them. The recent disasters around the world, including Christchurch, Japan and as of this morning Sumatra, have got many Kiwis talking about and actively putting their survival plans in place. Whilst the main emphasis should be placed on [...]

Three Steps to Plan for Success in Saving

At this time of year we often make resolutions we know we can’t keep, so what about trying to make actionable goals? Are there unexpected expenses that are causing cashflow problems? Do you have a special event to plan for? Is there something you have always wanted to do and have been putting it off? [...]

Currency comparisons, to go – The Economist

This is a bit of fun from the Economist to explain that currency isn’t always what drives prices. McDonalds has become such a global brand that there are all sorts of countries listed that would not have imagined, we are definitely becoming more of a global village.  If you click on the “Click here to [...]

How hard do we work in New Zealand? CNBC

The world’s hardest working nations May 9, 2011, 11:26 amCNBC.com While you may have an idea of the countries that have the strongest ‘work ethic,’ the results may surprise you. Which countries are among the world’s busiest and hardest-working nations? Recently, The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development’s (OECD) released its ‘Society at a Glance’ [...]

Foreigners in Egypt: watch or flee?

Sourced from The Economist Jan 30th 2011, 16:31 by N.B. | WASHINGTON, DC EGYPT is in open revolt against the 30-year rule of Hosni Mubarak. Tens of thousands of protesters have taken to the streets this week, and many people have been hurt and killed in clashes between protesters and security forces. The end-game seems [...]