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The surprising money lesson you could discover in the pages of The Great Gatsby
Whether you analysed the text in school or have watched the film, you’ll no doubt be familiar with the tantalising story of Jay Gatsby. Indeed, 100 years after The Great Gatsby was first published, it’s still synonymous with the hedonism of the Jazz Age in New York City in the 1920s, from lavish parties to opulent mansions. And a century later, there is an important money lesson you can learn from its pages. On the surface, the obvious money lesson might seem like it’s how t

Tom from Harken Financial
May 20, 20253 min read
Behavioural finance: 6 unexpected ways bias could affect your financial decisions
How much does bias affect your financial decisions? While you may try to make decisions based on facts, it can be much easier than you think to overlook when your decisions are being influenced by emotions or bias. Last month, you read about why bias occurs and how it can lead to “irrational” decisions through making shortcuts. Now, read on to discover six signs that bias could be affecting your financial decisions. 1. You hold on to certain information When you make financia

Tom from Harken Financial
Nov 9, 20224 min read
8 things to do to give your finances a spring clean
As you start to put winter behind you, you may be thinking of giving your home a spring clean or the projects you want to take on over the next few months. As you do, don’t forget to think about your finances. Regularly reviewing your finances and plans for the future can help keep you on track. It can provide a chance to find opportunities you may have previously missed to help your assets go further, and ensure the steps you take continue to reflect your plans. Here are eig

Tom from Harken Financial
Feb 16, 20224 min read
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