The holidays are a time for joy, good food, and catching up with the people you care about. They are also a time when your spending can quietly start sabotaging your savings while you are distracted by twinkling lights. The good news is that with...
If money’s too tight to mention, here’s some small steps that can make a big difference in achieving your financial goals. How would you rate your level of financial wellness? Do you think you’re in a good position to meet your immediate and near-term financial obligations? What...
If you're saving for your first home or even trying to pay down a home loan, you already know how quickly money can disappear. Keeping on top of savings while the cost-of-living continues to spiral can sometimes feel like you’re trying to fill a bathtub...
When life tosses up an unexpected event – such as retrenchment, a medical emergency or even just a big bill to fix the car – it can be nerve-wracking worrying about how to deal with the crisis. And, if funds are short, that just adds...
Here's some easy money management skills for children of different ages. Teaching good financial habits, such as saving and budgeting, is one of the best ways to prepare children to have a secure financial future. It's never too early or late to start talking about money with...
Here are some quick ways to reduce your living costs. Having a money plan helps you stay on top of your spending and bills. There's also free support and services to go to if you're feeling overwhelmed. If you're in crisis and struggling to pay for...
Let’s face it, while we want to be living our best lives, it is only too easy to get bogged down by the daily grind. If you are one of those who tends to put off financial admin tasks – read on as the boring...
One in four adults are not able to set aside money to save. Australians have identified the cost of debt repayments, bills and everyday expenses as their greatest challenges to saving money. 25 per cent of the adults surveyed by NAB late last year said that these...
In uncertain times, having an emergency fund is more than a financial buffer—it's peace of mind. For Australians looking to start their journey towards financial security, building an emergency fund from scratch is a foundational step. This guide outlines practical steps and strategies to establish...
Do you want more money? Most Australians do. But for most their problem is not earning more money, it’s keeping the money they’ve earned. What are they doing wrong? Well… usually it’s their bad money habits that let them down, so here are 25 personal finance tips you should...
He is also an accomplished presenter and educator
Co-authoring the popular investment book, Property vs Shares.