James Max

Saturday, 29 March, 2025

Rich People’s ProblemsInsight & Comment

You can’t grow an economy by crushing aspiration

Few will weep for second-home owners paying extra council tax — but the successful know when they’re not wanted

Friday, 21 February, 2025

Rich People’s ProblemsInsight & Comment

Is it any wonder more Europeans don't buy American cars?

They’re boring, too big and not designed for our roads

Saturday, 25 January, 2025

Rich People’s ProblemsInsight & Comment

Does a 50-something need to be brand aware?

There’s something deeply undignified about a man of a certain age wandering around in labelled streetwear

Saturday, 30 November, 2024

Rich People’s ProblemsInsight & Comment

How do I stop getting annoyed by everything?

Rising taxes, public video callers and influencers making a ton of money out of thin air . . . but getting angry is to miss the point

Friday, 1 November, 2024

Rich People’s ProblemsInsight & Comment

Bodge it yourself? No, send for the experts

After too many disastrous repair attempts, I should leave the toolbox well alone

Friday, 4 October, 2024

Rich People’s ProblemsInsight & Comment

Was buying the Rolls-Royce a mistake?

Servicing costs are crippling, but it’s an investment, right?

Saturday, 21 September, 2024

FT SeriesThe FT Magazine’s Guide to the Business Lunch

The FT’s favourite business lunch restaurants in London

17 venues in and around the City worth rescheduling your 2pm for, and the best tables at each

Friday, 30 August, 2024

Rich People’s ProblemsInsight & Comment

Why I won’t be joining the clamour for Oasis tickets

The excitement is real; but let’s face it, stadium gigs are never worth it

Friday, 26 July, 2024

Rich People’s ProblemsInsight & Comment

Can we afford to have another dog?

Vet bills, food, accessories and collateral damage. It’s an expensive business

Thursday, 27 June, 2024

Rich People’s ProblemsInsight & Comment

At 54, where do I start looking for a new job?

The trouble is, my CV looks a bit schizophrenic

Friday, 24 May, 2024

Rich People’s ProblemsPersonal Finance

How to throw a lavish party (without wasting an extravagant amount of money)

Forget parties on boats and the ice sculptures, the music and fizz are what’s important

Wednesday, 24 April, 2024

Rich People’s ProblemsPersonal Finance

Which kitchen gadgets are worth shelling out for?

My coffee machine looks amazing. For £3,000, it should do

Friday, 29 March, 2024

Rich People’s ProblemsInsight & Comment

Who picks up the bill for a business lunch?

Financial constraints threaten midday networking over a classy meal

Thursday, 22 February, 2024

Rich People’s ProblemsMusic

Should I throw away my old hifi?

I could spend tens of thousands on new set-ups, but I’ve got a better solution

Thursday, 25 January, 2024

Rich People’s ProblemsPersonal Finance

Should I be clothes shopping in the sales?

Good luck finding your size. Discounts are for the very thin, very tall or very fat

Thursday, 28 December, 2023

Rich People’s ProblemsInsight & Comment

You only live once, so I need two mortgages

I could reduce my debts by selling assets, but where’s the fun in that?

Wednesday, 22 November, 2023

Rich People’s ProblemsUK consumer credit

The best things in life are anything but free

So how can you continue to enjoy the luxuries life has to offer?

Friday, 27 October, 2023

Rich People’s ProblemsUK banks

Should I trust online financial recommendations?

Those reviews are not the same as feedback for restaurants and wine

Thursday, 28 September, 2023

Rich People’s ProblemsInsight & Comment

Should I renovate my house?

Like puppies, builders make a mess and seriously damage your wallet

Friday, 25 August, 2023

Rich People’s ProblemsInsight & Comment

Life insurance? I’d rather save the cash

Cover can make sense for those with little or no savings who are only just managing

Friday, 28 July, 2023

Sport

Rich People’s Problems: Is sports coaching worth the money?

I’m never going to be Carlos Alcaraz, yet I spend £1,500 a year on tennis lessons

Thursday, 29 June, 2023

Insight & Comment

Best of FT Money 2023: Rich People’s Problems: Can I cut costs in the garden?

You can’t avoid the price of your bit of paradise

Thursday, 25 May, 2023

Insight & Comment

Rich People’s Problems: Should I cut back on my holiday spending?

Weigh up the rising cost of travel against priceless memories

Friday, 28 April, 2023

Insight & Comment

Rich People’s Problems: Why has my car insurance gone up so much?

It feels like some companies just don’t want my business

Thursday, 23 March, 2023

Insight & Comment

Rich People’s Problems: What I learnt from my brother’s death

Ed showed me that time matters more than money