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Author Archives: Kim Stephenson
Investing in property
I’ve recently been reading “expert” predictions for the housing market in 2011. It’s really entertaining. They are all trying to be positive and say that it is a good market. At the same time, they don’t want to look stupid so … Continue reading
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Symbols
When we look at money we don’t see the money – or the real things that we want. Sometimes we think we see happiness . Other times we think we are getting something we want. But often what we’re seeing is … Continue reading
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A fair day’s work for a fair day’s bonus
Bankers’ bonuses. Are they fair? That’s not necessarily about “personal finance”. But it is a lot about psychology, in terms of “what is fair” – and also, what is a fair reward to pay somebody to invest your money for you? When … Continue reading
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Keeping up to date
Are your wills, insurance, provision for children – up to date? It is easy to arrange finances as a couple, then forget about what you’ve arranged. That’s understandable. You don’t have to be a psychologist to know that nobody wants to think … Continue reading
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Seasonal spending
This is an article that appeared in the December issue of the RBS magazine, Sense – it’s about Taming the Pound at Christmas. They’ve taken it off the site now, so here it is: Merry Christmas – … Continue reading
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It’s a million to one shot, but it might just work.
Some people, particularly those involved in finance, seem to have a lot of trouble understanding chance. Imagine that on holiday in Australia you bump into your distant cousin that you only met at Pat’s wedding fifteen years ago and it turns out … Continue reading
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Responsible pocket money
I’d mentioned to one of my psychologist friends that I’d set up this site. I’m glad to say he not only liked it but, having children, offered to share a bit of practical psychology for dealing with pocket money that … Continue reading
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Happiness Index
Opinion seems to be divided about the idea of the happiness index. I’d welcome it with open arms if it actually meant the Government was going to take it seriously – it’s what I’ve been suggesting for a few years … Continue reading
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George and the Crystal Ball failure
I feel quite sorry for George Osborne. Not that I take much notice of politicians normally, but he’s been made the poster boy for the blind stupidity of politicians everywhere with the reports of his “I’m going to Ireland to … Continue reading
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Establishing values
There’s quite a bit about values on the site. What do you value? I’m assuming you know what you think money is for (if not, have a think about it now – maybe read this and consider what you believe). If you’re … Continue reading
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