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Not long ago, my wife and I were chatting about financial independence and early retirement, our own FIRE goals. I asked her: “How much do you think we’d need per year to live comfortably once we retire?” After some back and forth, we landed on a number: $80,000 a year, in today’s dollars. No […]
Financial Freedom Starts With a Number: My FIRE Goal & Strategy Read More »
Welcome back to Peasant Investor! If you’ve clicked on this post, chances are you’ve heard of Education Bonds and are wondering if they’re worth it. I recently did a deep dive for my baby and found that while these structures do have their uses, they’re definitely not for everyone (including myself)! This post breaks
Education Bonds in Australia – Sound Too Good to Be True? Read More »
I’ve been diving into a segment of the ASX that’s gained traction with income investors lately: listed private credit and fixed income LICs and LITs. They’re not as transparent and simple as your usual fixed income ETF and shares, but for anyone looking to build a consistent income stream, they’re worth a deeper look.
Breaking Down Private Credit & Fixed Income LITs on the ASX Read More »
When most Aussies think of investing, they imagine shares, property, or maybe even crypto. But for those on the journey to FIRE or already enjoying the perks of semi-retirement, one word becomes increasingly important – INCOME! (and safety) This is where fixed income ETFs in Australia come into play. These ETFs are designed to
Fixed Income ETFs for Passive Income in Australia: Which One’s To Check Out? Read More »
Compare passive vs. active super funds in Australia, explore asset allocation impact on returns, and discover which strategy performs better over time.
Passive VS Active Super Funds in Australia: Which Performs Better? Read More »
When it comes to choosing a superfund, understanding fees and returns is crucial. Recently, I took a deep dive into the top superfunds’ indexed balanced options. These options generally hold 70-75% growth assets, but each fund names them differently. My motivation? My dad is looking to switch his superfund after his financial planner raised
Comparing “Indexed Balanced” Superfund Options: Fees Read More »
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