8 tips to save money on your bills
We work hard to earn our income and even harder to save it to achieve our dreams. Even a few dollars saved on different types of bills over the years
January 5, 2022
Finances
6 steps to a sustainable Christmas
Just as the Grinch stole Christmas, excess spending can rob us all of yuletide happiness. Seasonal credit card splurges can create ballooning long term debt, while unnecessary consumption inevitably leads
December 21, 2021
Three-Minute Financial Check-up
While the standard of living is constantly improving in Australia, economic disruptions, stagnant wage growth and continually increasing house prices are putting more and more people under financial stress.
December 10, 2021
Raising the bar: How tighter lending criteria will impact you
Australia’s thriving property market has recovered so swiftly since the brief pandemic-induced recession of 2020, that authorities have stepped in to pull the reigns on runaway real estate prices. As
November 11, 2021
How to buy a house when you have a HECS or HELP debt
Paying off your education is no reason to put off buying property. You can remember it now: sitting in a chair at the back of the lecture theatre, chatting to
November 3, 2021
Why property investors need savings
Urgent maintenance is an unavoidable aspect of being a landlord, so having a cash buffer set aside will help you deal with any unexpected problems. When renting out an
October 13, 2021
A proven way to build wealth
When it comes to investing, nothing speaks louder than actual results. The 2021 Vanguard Index Chart shows what investors would have achieved over 30 years from a starting balance of
August 26, 2021
Survival guide: Buying and selling at the same time
Buying and selling a home at the same time – it’s the ultimate chicken and egg scenario. At the best of times, it is a juggling act, but in the
August 6, 2021
Understanding tax deductions
Understanding exactly how much of what you spend is tax deductible is crucial for understanding what you can spend on your business (and when). People often fall into the
July 23, 2021
Tips to help make 2020/2021 tax time easier
It’s been a year of change like no other and that extends to tax and superannuation. As the end of the financial year approaches, now is a good time to
May 29, 2021
Property investment
Houses and units seem easier to understand than many other types of investments. However, it’s important to understand how investing in property works, to decide if it’s right for you.
February 18, 2021
Review of 2020 and outlook for 2021
With thanks from Shane Oliver from AMP Capital. 2020 – not what it was supposed to be 2020 didn’t exactly turn out the way we expected. For Australia, the year
December 16, 2020