What is your net worth? $3,000,000
Are you filling this out as an individual or a couple? Couple
At what age(s) did you become a net worth millionaire? 36
What region of New Zealand do you live in? Auckland
How did you accumulate your net worth, what are you invested in?:Property, KiwiSaver, shares and a business.
What was your highest average household WEEKLY income after tax? $3,500
What is your career? Banking & Psychologist
Do you have children? YES
Do you have a tertiary qualification? NO
Did you inherit any of your money? YES
If YES, how much did you inherit? $100,000
What's the approximate value of your house? $1,800,000
Are you debt free now? NO
If NO, how much debt do you have and what is it for? $400,000 against a rental
Are you in KiwiSaver? YES
Were you taught about money? NO
What is the most enjoyable thing you do with money? Share what we have with friends and family, and volunteer our time.
Do you use your money or your time to help others? YES
If YES, can you please elaborate. As above
What is your greatest financial win? Getting back into property as a single full-time working mum with no child support after losing everything through a divorce.
What is your worst financial mistake? Thinking I was being supportive of my first husband by selling all our investment properties to buy into a business for him. I could have been supportive without putting myself into a position where we could lose everything. I now look back and see it as an expensive but worthwhile investment in my financial education.
What advice do you have for others? Delayed gratification and living below your means. Invest in relationships and people. When you are surrounded by great relationships, you will always be rich.
What is the point of having a net worth above $1,000,000. What does it mean to you? Not much. It means we have less financial stress than others, but it is just a tool.
Finish these sentences:
If you want to build wealth do this: Live below your means. Start building wealth early - like in your 20’s. The earlier you start, the easier it is and you can afford a few hiccups along the way. Choose your life partner wisely and make sure your values are aligned.
If you want to build wealth avoid doing this: Getting into consumer debt - or topping up your home loan for cars or holidays.