Lifetime Book Club: The Rules of Wealth by Richard Templar
Hello and welcome to another edition of the Lifetime Book Club! This month, we’re exploring The Rules of Wealth by Richard Templar, a guide that lays down the principles for achieving financial success in an accessible and engaging way.
Why We Love It:
The Rules of Wealth is a treasure trove of practical advice, delivered in Templar’s signature straightforward style. The book breaks down the path to wealth into bite-sized rules that are easy to understand and apply, making it perfect for anyone looking to improve their financial situation.
Key Takeaways:
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Set Clear Goals: Templar emphasizes the importance of having clear financial goals. Knowing what you’re aiming for is the first step towards achieving it. At Lifetime, we believe that setting and tracking your financial goals is crucial for long-term success.
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Cultivate a Wealth Mindset: One of the book’s standout messages is the importance of thinking like a wealthy person. This means valuing money, being disciplined, and making smart financial decisions. We’re here to help you develop the mindset and habits that can lead to financial growth.
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Invest Wisely: Templar’s advice on investing is straightforward and practical. He encourages readers to seek out investments that they understand and to be patient with their growth. At Lifetime, we provide the guidance you need to make informed investment choices that align with your goals.
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Protect Your Wealth: The book also covers the importance of safeguarding your assets through insurance and careful planning. We echo this sentiment – protecting what you’ve built is just as important as growing it.
Why You Should Read It:
The Rules of Wealth is packed with actionable insights that can help anyone, regardless of where they are on their financial journey. Templar’s rules are easy to follow and designed to help you make smarter financial decisions. Whether you’re looking to save more, invest better, or simply gain a better understanding of your finances, this book is an invaluable resource.
Win a Copy:
We’re excited to share this wisdom with you! This month, we’re giving away a copy of The Rules of Wealth to one lucky Lifetime client. Click here to enter.
Happy reading, and let’s make those financial dreams a reality together!
Market & Portfolio Update - August 2025
The global share market (represented by the MSCI World Gross Index) was up +2.6% in NZ dollar terms in August. All eyes were on the largest publicly traded company in the world, Nvidia, as the AI chip producer released their latest earnings report, which soundly beat investors’ expectations of sales and earnings.
Lifetime Book Club: Happy Money: The Science of Happier Spending by Elizabeth Dunn & Michael Norton
“Money can't buy happiness – unless you know how to spend it.”
That’s the heart of Happy Money. This isn’t your usual guide to budgeting, saving, or investing. It’s a fascinating, research-driven look at how to turn spending into something that genuinely makes you feel good – not just for a moment, but in a meaningful, lasting way.