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Trustee minutes and trustee resolutions whats the big deal ? As a Professional Trustee, I'm often asked two questions. First, what's the difference between Trustee Minutes and Trustee Resolutions and secondly, why are they so important. To answer the first question first, Trustee Minutes are..
Read Articlehow to avoid fighting over money Recently I had a conversation with one of my friends who told me she was constantly fighting with her nearest and dearest over money. They just didn't seem to be able to agree on what they should do financially...
Read ArticleRemember the motto, if you don't own something it can't be taken from you. In other words, if you don't own the house, it can't be taken into account for means testing purposes which I think is very likely when looking at future superannuation payouts...
Read ArticleDoes your money personality cost you ? One of the most popular subjects we talk and write about has to be Money. How to make it is definitely a topic that would come up at most social gatherings. I guess this is appropriate seeing money..
Read ArticleMoney is a jealous mistress One night last week, in a city away from my home, I found myself at a bit of a loose end. Not a personality to skulk around, I used the time to see a movie I wanted to enjoy. 'Money..
Read ArticleSHOW ME THE MONEY HONEY women and money I reckon all women are in the protection business. Just look around. They are born Protectors. They look out for their friends and family and are constantly trying to protect those they love. They even look out..
Read ArticleAs the Trustee Services Partner at Gilligan Rowe & Associates, I'm often asked by Trustees what we think is going to happen in the economy, the property market and with interest rates. We answer questions like this all the time as helping people make and..
Read ArticleI'M TELLING ALL ! After plenty of anxious moments and sleepless nights, I've done it. Yes, I have written a Book. "Family Trusts 101" has finally been born. Trusts are never easy creatures to understand but I think this Book should help all New Zealanders comprehend..
Read ArticleAs you can imagine, we see lots of different types of Trust Deeds here at GRA. Despite there being a variety of Deeds around, there are some common provisions we like in all our clients' Deeds of Trust. One of these provisions relates to decision..
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Investing in residential property?
Put this at the top of your reading list.
If you're investing in residential property, seeking to maximise your ability to succeed and minimise risk, then this is a 'must read'.
Matthew Gilligan provides a fresh look at residential property investment from an experienced investor’s viewpoint. Written in easy to understand language and including many case studies, Matthew explains the ins and outs of successful property investment.
- How to find the right property
- How to negotiate successfully.
- Renovation do's & don'ts.
- Property management.
- Case studies and examples.
- and much, much more..
