SUPER & FUNDS
Amateurs make off with the honours
John Collett SMSF returns seem to match – or even beat – the big super funds.
How to write a budget and stick to it
Larissa Ham Knowing where your money is going is the first step on the path to controlling your own destiny.
A cashless economy? Where’s the catch?
Top 200 stocks and best rates
Money's weekly Morningstar tables
Features
WELL-HEELED
Learn rules before fund builds up
Melissa Browne What are the pros and cons for borrowing property in your SMSF? I'm so glad you asked.
CARD SHARPS
Want zero card fees? All you need do is ask
John Collett Don't feel like paying your card providers' annual fee? Tell them you'll walk away and see what they do.
QUIRKY INVESMENTS
Just the ticket for MCC collectors
James Cockington MCC members badges have a special place in the hearts of sporting memorabilia fans.
GETTING AHEAD
How to have a comfortable retirement
Bet you were just as relieved as me by reports that you don't need $1 million in super for a comfortable retirement after all.
TIP OF THE WEEK
Should I bet on my super or my mortgage?
Alex Berlee Nest-egg or feathering the nest? It makes sense to weigh up both options.
INSIGHT
Long-lost savings can be reclaimed
Clancy Yeates Having more than one superannuation account could end up costing hundreds, even thousands in unnecessary fees.
ASK NOEL
Can I take a lump sum back home to NZ?
Noel Whittaker Returning Kiwi wants early access to retirement savings to help set up part-time business. Will that work?
SUPER & FUNDS
Lots to like with LICs
John Collett Is it better to get diversification through a Listed Investment Company or by using a fund manager?
CASH TRAP
Six reasons you're missing out
No one would ignore $100 lying on the pavement Yet most people obliviously pass over more than this every month. It's time to shape up.
Columns
INTELLIGENT INVESTOR
Platinum Asia calling
James Carlisle New fund offers investors a chance to benefit from the booming economies of our Asian neighbours.
FIRST STEPS
Five ways to make investments pay off
Richard Livingston Whether you're using a financial adviser or doing it yourself, these five lessons will help you make money and reduce the risk of losing it.
THE MOTLEY FOOL
Super, pally, is fantastic; fees they are atrocious
Scott Phillips Paying attention to the details is important…
UNDER THE RADAR
Biotech stocks can improve the health of your portfolio
Richard Hemming What does an investor do in these low-growth times? How about smaller biotechs? You'll need to hold your nerve.
Q & A: Ask an Expert
Estate planning for our children
Leaving the money to a testamentary trust takes control away from the beneficiary and put it in the hands of the trustee.
How can we make the most of home equity?
Noel Whittaker We don't want to move house - but want to use its value.What are our options?
Have we too many assets?
Noel Whittaker We want to keep the investment properties and still be eligible for a pension.
Who's name should our super be in?
Noel Whittaker Please help! We have received conflicting advice on this, including from our adviser.
