Give your future a free booster shot

When it comes to conquering the world us Kiwi’s are pretty famous. We “knocked the buggar off” when Everest was summited and we won the “game of two halves” to lift the champion’s trophy before the rugby fans of the world. We’ve invented solutions to the world’s problems and we’ve brought creativity to a new dimension with emerging artists and global cinematic accolades.

From here in the Waikato we keep the global farming community charged and the babies of the northern hemisphere well fed. We launch technology innovation before breakfast and catch the world by surprise. It’s fair to say we’re a pretty clever bunch when it comes to making the world a better place. But do we apply the same hard work and diligence to our own futures? The evidence would say we don’t.

Today I share with you a simple piece of information that can be used by everyone. If you feel you’re above or beyond where this is pitched then I charge you with the responsibility of helping someone else with this information.

If I was to tell you the New Zealand Government were offering to give you free money each year to tuck away in your retirement nest egg would you be interested? Remarkably most New Zealand families are not taking advantage of this free booster shot that could increase their financial security in the future.

My son is always finding money on the ground. When he spies twenty bucks lying on the footpath he looks around to see if he can work out who it could belong to. But if there’s no one nearby he picks it up – he’s not stupid enough to leave it on the ground.

So, if the Government is offering us free money for our retirement, why are we leaving it lying on the ground? And I’m not talking about a measly twenty bucks here – the amount they offer is as much as $521.43, and you can pick this up every year if you want to. More than that, they offer to “kick-start” your account with a one-off tax-free contribution of $1000.

I’ve heard some say they won’t participate in any scheme our Government is connected with, citing “it must be a scam”. Please, don’t get me started on ridiculous statements like this. These are usually weak excuses used by people looking to justify their lack of action. These naysayers also like to use puffery to hide their dilapidated financial circumstances and empty nest egg. Please don’t base your financial decisions on what you hear them say, instead meet with a professional who is qualified in this area.

Today I’m urging you to consider the offer of free money as a booster shot for your old age. Building financial security over time will allow you to enjoy a wider range of lifestyle choices later in life. Perhaps this booster shot will give you the strength and energy you need to conquer your next Everest?