Notes

Contents: Author's note: Is this book for you? -- Why do you want to be richer? -- Step 1: Start now -- it's easy -- Step 2: Kill off high-interest debt -- Step 3: Set up insurance -- and a rainy day fund -- Step 4: Join the best KiwiSaver fund for you -- Step 5: Boost your saving painlessly -- how and where -- Step 6: Stay cool -- Step 7: Head confidently towards retirement -- Step ? (When it's the right time -- if ever) Buy a home, or sell one -- One more thing: Do you need personal financial advice? -- On happiness.
Summary: Find out what many in the financial world don't want you to know. Laid-back investing is not only easier, it can actually make you richer.Learn how to kill off debt, curb spending, find your best KiwiSaver fund, save painlessly, buy a house or be happy not buying one, and move confidently towards and through retirement (hint: you don't need $1 million). You'll also learn why it's best to 'set and forget' your investments. And why, beyond a certain point, having more money is not the key to happiness.Unlike many writers of finance books, Mary is not selling anything (except this book!). She just wants you to do well. She's on your side.'Mary has that rare ability to cut through the jargon to what really matters. She combines expert wisdom and real-world insights, with fantastic results!'-publisher's description.