Everyone has goals they want to reach, whether they relate to work, family, lifestyle, or sport. But it seems like only a few people achieve what they set out to do. For the rest of us, success is always just out of reach. It’s got...
For many of us the appeal of a holiday lies in experiencing new things - the thrill of new sights, smells and of course, tastes. It’s an exciting time being able to contemplate travel. Not that long ago we had significant limitations on movement and even...
Not to be confused with AEB (autonomous emergency braking) ABS is industry-speak for anti-lock brakes, which we now take for granted and don't necessarily realise when it has kicked in to help prevent an accident. Before ABS, if you jumped on the brake pedal too hard, the brakes...
Many of us make paying off our mortgage a priority. It’s the new Australian dream. But before making that last home loan repayment, use our checklist to make sure you’re prepared. Your end-of-mortgage checklist Reassess your home insurance.Review your title.Review your estate plan and will.Assess your personal insurance situation.Think...
If you're already retired or on your way to retiring, have you been obsessively checking your portfolio balance and dreading the next piece of news that might cause it to dip further? Or have you been keeping up with the news as you usually do,...
As interest rates start to increase after a lengthy period of historical lows, it’s a good time to think about how your money is working for you and whether your investing style and strategy is still in line with your goals. Higher interest rates don’t just...
Climate change-induced disasters and mounting risks of dangerous weather will make one in 25 Australian properties “effectively uninsurable” by 2030, according to a damning new report from Australia’s leading climate advocacy organisation. It’s a staggering new figure released in a detailed analysis by the Climate Council...
Starting a family, whether it be taking those first steps of planning or knowing your baby is on their way, is exciting – and expensive. Before you start thinking of paint colours for the nursery, it’s wise to understand the costs involved in raising a...
For many of us the appeal of a holiday lies in experiencing new things - the thrill of new sights, smells and of course, tastes. It’s an exciting time being able to contemplate travel. Not that long ago we had significant limitations on movement and even...
In today’s world, technology has increased the noise in our lives and it is becoming harder for many of us to achieve a sense of calm for even a moment. This is why practicing mindfulness and meditation is more important than ever before. When people think...
He is also an accomplished presenter and educator
Co-authoring the popular investment book, Property vs Shares.