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Food for Thought Wealthy people are often Asset-Rich but Cash - Poor
Bad debt equals money borrowed (on credit cards and loans) to purchase assets that never pay for themselves or assets that depreciate in value. For instance money borrowed to purchase cars and finance holidays and vacations.
Good debt is money borrowed to pay for anything that appreciates in value or at least will pay for itself.. For example money borrowed to purchase antiques, rare stamps, art and so on. Real estate (property) may pay for itself through any rental income.
Gearing means investing relatively very little of your own money in order to gain the maximum returns possible. The balance of the finance that is raised for investment purposes should be mostly borrowed. (Highly geared). This way, you make whatever money you have work very hard for you indeed.
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