Recent content by Edge7

I don't consider that investing. I reckon that is more like going to the casino and choosing red or black.

I'd love to see someone have the courage to say that directly to Warren Buffett to see what response they get. And Benjamin Graham, Phil Fisher, Charlie Munger, Peter Lynch and Sir John Templeton - they must all be mugs too. I firmly believe that individual retail investors who are prepared...

Hi Ms Ali, In reading your post, you certainly have the motivation. From my experience, the trick is to unearth something that you are passionate about. If you completely believe in what you are doing, you will be able to stick it out when you face difficulties and setbacks. If it is...

One in five businesses in general across all industries probably made a loss last year. I wouldn't be surprised if the ratio of loss making businesses across all sectors is higher than that.

I agree PT Bear. About 35 to 40 basis points. It is a shame that the banks have done such a good job to condition the public not to expect the rate cut in full.

Thanks hobo-jo and Aaron, I re-read what I wrote and I left out one detail. I meant that easing is less likely 'sooner' rather than later. Your responses have helped confirm my interpretation. And, thanks for the blog link, I will check it out.

hobo-jo, or anyone else out there, i'm interested to get your thoughts now that it seems further easing is less likely as a result of the FOMC meeting. Do you think sentiment for Gold and Silver will get even more pessimistic?

It seems the pattern is set. The Fed will hit "CTRL+P" at some stage.

Menty, Your in a good position. Each of those scenarios will help your future. It just depends on the figures for another property as to whether you can afford it or not.

It can't hurt to ask the question. They may love your place and have a vested interest and memories they want to add to. Worst case they say no and you list it via normal channels.

Great interview Jingo. Thanks for sharing.

Yes, the DOW is even less than 10% off its previous highs. Interesting indeed.

At first glance, I can't understand how creating a shortfall of $39.69 + $580 per week will help you in the long run. Perhaps understanding the motivation for wanting a bigger place may help paint a better picture. Depending on your motivation (assuming a growing family), it might serve...

I posted this article on Twitter a couple of days ago. It seems the worst performing hedge funds in the US have started buying stocks... http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2012-03-25/hedge-funds-capitulating-buy-most-stocks-since-2010.html

If I was in your situation and wanting to sell one of these three. I would sell the Hobart place. This will effectively give you back your $10K p.a. cash flow. And you can then use the equity you already have in the other two to launch into a better performer.