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NZ Everyday Investor

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The NZ Everyday Investor! A podcast designed for the the everyday person, who's keen to build new wealth in the new world using existing, and new tools to get the job done. We select guests for our show who have a genuine story to tell - not just industry experts but people who have made great financial moves, some on purpose and some totally by accident! We hope you enjoy the show.
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When you're trading money for investments, there are many factors that determine the level of resource you'll be able to draw out. The value of your currency right now, and later on, is one of the biggies. Today, I have Roger Kerr from Barrington Treasury with me to discuss some current events that provide a handy launchpad for deeper understanding…
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After the Mayor's announcement about expanding CARE (Community Assisted Response and Engagement, Seattle's third public safety department), questions remain: how have CARE's 911-alternative behavioral health teams performed? Does expanding CARE mean we need fewer police officers? With host Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel, special guest Amy Smith,…
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For some, consistent investing through a retirement fund or buying shares directly is easy. For many more, there's a bit of work involved in mustering up the motivation to start. As someone who hasn't likely taken a straight path there, I'm fairly confident that anyone can invest, and most investment tools will get the job done. What separates thos…
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Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss a delay in Seattle Public Schools' announcement to close 20 elementary schools, a push for improved public safety in our school system, a request to continue the work done by t…
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YouTube version: https://youtu.be/Od8a-7dgat4 Do your own research, but if you're ready to go with crypto, help support the podcast by using the following affiliate link to sign up with Easy Crypto Bitcoin, often seen as digital gold, is primarily meant for holding and storing digital value. The Bitcoin ETF’s success stems from this principle, maki…
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Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss a bombshell announcement from former SPD Chief Adrian Diaz, the legal case building against the Belltown Hellcat, mental health investments at the county and city level, and a …
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Check out the article referred to in this episode. In this short one I want to talk about why you should consider a purpose-based investment strategy right now, rather than just a goal-based investment strategy. My strong, and growing belief, is that the type of change we’re seeing in the world right now, presents an equal opportunity for loss, and…
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Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss the privacy questions surrounding a proposed expansion of police surveillance, a new vacant building law meant to prevent dangerous fires that's apparently overdue, the legal c…
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There comes a time in our lives where we decide that it's 'now or never'. If we're going to ensure we have ourselves set up well for the future, it's time to make a bold, and unconventional move... Like starting a bank in New Zealand, where the barriers to entry are exceedingly high [and for what reason?] Shane Marsh is my guest today, and he's the…
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When it comes to retirement, or 'transitionment' if you prefer, KiwiSaver can be a core ingredient, but many of us treat it as a bit on the side. It's important to consider the most common pitfalls that can undermine your efforts and leave you short at your retirement . In a new world now more expensive than what you originally though, you need to …
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Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss Mayor Bruce Harrell's decision to remove Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz from his post, a delay for the City Council on two votes (to lower app-based delivery driver wages and…
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Grid Share's unique approach helps balance the power grid by allowing their data centers to switch on and off quickly, thus supporting the stability and efficiency of renewable energy sources like wind and solar. https://www.gridshare.co/ Thanks to Easy Crypto, New Zealand's most trusted crypto brand and what Darcy Ungaro uses. ____________________…
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Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss the Seattle City Council's vote on police recruitment and retention, a possible conflict of interest on an upcoming vote for Councilmember Tanya Woo, a dismal week of developme…
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Sign up to the newsletter! John Alcock has a Masters of Science specializing in evolutionary biology, and he's a staunch libertarian with politics and law in his background. Today he's bringing a perspective much needed by the everyday investor. Read more here Watch YouTube version here ______________________ Take The Home Buyers Blueprint: Get a b…
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Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss the Seattle City Council's approval of the police officer's union contract, a growing budget deficit, a pushback on the Mayor's Comprehensive Plan proposal from some unlikely p…
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Today it’s about the pipes of the current financial system. In the future, various forms of value will stream at the speed of light. Today though, our investments move more like fluids, through valves and holding tanks – checks and balances and policies and procedures keep us safe, with the help of supervisors, regulators, custodians and trustees. …
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Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss the unauthorized encampment of asylum seekers in a Seattle park, a new, larger Transportation Levy proposal, an investigation into harassment and sexual discrimination within t…
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A mere half-century ago, a commute that now takes minutes could consume an entire day. Just as rails would have accelerated our pace of life relative to the horse-and-buggy, emerging digital infrastructure promises to get more of our dollars, working at a faster speed. You've heard this in relation to fees, but I feel the conversation needs to go d…
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Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss a moment of anger on the City Council (and the legislation behind it), a new public safety "framework" proposed by Mayor Harrell, the progress of a measure that would change wa…
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Already, the central bank influences the interest rates we pay, the amount of deposit we need, and soon, through debt-to-income ratios (DTIs), the amount of income required to become eligible to borrow money. Read More ______________________ Take The Home Buyers Blueprint: Get a better home; Get a better mortgage. Sign up to the KiwiSaver Millionai…
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Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss the unusual committee-level rejection of some affordable housing legislation, a new plan to prevent fires in vacant buildings, the unveiling of a citywide Transportation Plan, …
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One of the places Aussies and New Zealanders find support during tough times, is with financial advisers. It's critical that we continue to make accessible, affordable, and trustworthy financial advice available. According to research in New Zealand and Australia, financial advice builds wealth, and improves mental health. Check out full article he…
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Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss the historically-early budget process beginning for the Seattle City Council, a new piece of equitable development legislation, a squabble over police hiring (and testing), a r…
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If you’re prepping for, building up, coming in for a landing, or even already there, you’re welcome to eavesdrop on these conversations. Sometimes you'll dig it, and other times you won't. Take what you need and leave the rest behind - read more here. Thanks to Easy Crypto, New Zealand's most trusted crypto brand and what Darcy Ungaro uses. Paul Qu…
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Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman, city hall reporter for the Seattle Times, discuss a new budget forecast for the City of Seattle, a new twist in negotiating a contract for the Seattle Police Officer's Guild, a report on how SPD officers …
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While I’m hoping that a new type of money will fix the world, I still learn how to play the game by the current rules, because one thing keeps me up at night more than anything else: in the future, the ‘already haves’ get more, and what little those left behind currently have, get’s taken away. I want to be on the first team, and I want to make sur…
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Amy Smith, Acting Chief of Seattle's CARE Department (Community Assisted Response and Engagement, home to the city's 911 Center and its 911 alternative response teams) joins the podcast to discuss Seattle's changing approach to public safety. Host Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel discusses the work of the CARE teams, the challenges facing 911 call…
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It's not so much the band getting back together, it's about money and business nerds nerding out on property, bitcoin, and the problem with the broken money. Lukey Kemeys and Mikey Smith, the force behind The Keep The Change Podcast recently invited me along to have a chat. Hey did you know I often write an article for each of these episodes? It's …
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Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss the Seattle City Council's interaction with the King County Homelessness Authority, proposed changes for thousands of app-based workers in Seattle, the charges brought against …
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YouTube Version Check out Smart Money Tracker by Gary Savage. The more I learn about how people actually build wealth, the more cautiously I prescribe diversification. We’re sold index funds, but businesses and property are often what really move the needle. Read more ______________________ Take The Home Buyers Blueprint: Get a better home; Get a b…
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Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss the launch of public comments on Seattle's Comprehensive Plan, another expansion of the Seattle Preschool Program, new land use legislation from Councilmember Tammy Morales, pr…
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Find out about our financial strategy sessions I want you to imagine a black box – Imagine wrapping up some of your time, and some of your money and just chucking it in that box. We believe that by doing so, we’ll get out more than what we put in. Our labour and/or our capital, perhaps a bit of both. Das Kapital, or Wealth of Nations? Read more. __…
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Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss a push for Seattle Police Department pay raises, a public safety tour led by Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell, a lawsuit from the King County Sheriff regarding Burien's new camping …
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