Moving into residential aged care can trigger a range of emotions, particularly if it involves the sale of the family home. What is often a major financial asset, is also one that many people believe should be either kept in the family or its value preserved...
While the Federal Government’s recent announcement about providing some relief for those with student debt is anticipated to help those with student loans, debt can hold you back financially, so let’s look at some ways to free yourself if debt is becoming a burden. Debt can...
Keeping your uric acid levels in check is important to prevent conditions like gout, a type of arthritis that causes severe pain and swelling in the joints. Uric acid is a waste product that comes from breaking down purines, which are found in some foods...
Is it better to invest in a house or an apartment? These are age-old questions that aren’t easy to answer. You see, a few things have happened recently that have caused investors increasingly shy away from investing in apartments. We’ve seen a shift-change to a new working and...
A third of Australians retire without a plan. Here's why you should have one. Working and generating a stable income can be described as a comfort zone for most Australians. The same can be said for having a well-considered retirement plan that clearly identifies your current financial...
While cash is often viewed as a safe haven, it does have investment risks. Australian households are collectively sitting on close to $1.5 trillion in cash, which for the record is substantially more than the total value of Australian bank notes in circulation. This vast sum represents...
Insurance is one thing that many Aussies overlook. But whether you’re a homeowner or investor, it’s important to make sure you’re covered against anything happening to your property. And for strata-titled properties, building insurance is included in your quarterly owner's corporation or body corporate fees so owners just need to...
Today I'd like to offer a list of simple strategies that can help Australians improve their financial fitness. If done properly, this includes assessing all aspects of personal finances, including strategies to boost retirement investments, such as including property and super, savings, a review of insurance...
As the temperature rises, so does the need for foods that can keep us energized and refreshed. Summer heat can frequently make us feel drained. Including the right foods in your diet can make a big difference in maintaining your energy levels throughout the day. Summer...
So much of our life these days is scheduled around work, kids, family commitments and general life admin. Many of the hard-working readers of this blog know exactly what I mean. You devote so much time to working to get ahead and being financially free that it...
He is also an accomplished presenter and educator
Co-authoring the popular investment book, Property vs Shares.