Loud budgeting is a trend that may have started as a joke but is being embraced by those who want to share their financial goals and priorities and in doing so, also improve their chances of achieving them. It was comedian and writer Lukas Battle who...
We live in uncertain times. Just look at all the financial and economic challenges caused by inflation and the rising cost of living as well as relatively high interest rates; the social and political problems around the world. Amid all this, we must go about our business,...
I like buying high-quality things. And for the longest time, I’ve had this sneaking suspicion that buying high-quality stuff, which perhaps initially was more expensive, actually saved me money in the long run. It wasn’t until very recently, though, that I noticed a strong argument in support...
Understanding financial health Financial health is an important part of our lives. When we take care of our financial health we can better manage financial stress and achieve our financial goals. Financial health is made up of three components: the ability to meet everyday commitments like paying your...
How are you with your credit card payments? Well, according to new research from Finder, an alarming number of Australians are falling behind on their credit card repayments. In fact, based on Finder’s Credit Card Report 2024, 1 in 8 (13%) Australian credit card holders – equivalent...
Why are some people, be they property investors, business people or entrepreneurs, more successful than others?One of the key philosophies is that successful people not only do different things from the average Australian, but they think very differently. 1. Keep Your Eye on the Ball Don't let the...
The topic of financial health is one that many Australians put off for another day. So much so that the number one financial regret of Australians is not prioritising their financial health earlier in life. Most Australians do not have much saved up for a rainy day. More...
Here’s three simple steps to create a budget that involves paying yourself before paying your bills. To achieve our financial goals, we need to know where our money is going. This is why having a budget is so important. What’s even more important is to find a...
Do you feel rich? Well, the average Aussie says they’d need to earn a significant amount of money to feel rich, according to new research. A recent Finder's survey revealed the average Australian wouldn’t consider themselves affluent until they were earning $345,819 per year. That’s almost 5 times...
Every generation seems to think the next generation isn't doing it right. They offer well-meaning "advice" based on their own experiences, which may no longer have any relevance in our fast-changing world. Over the past three decades, the rate of change has been enormous due to rapid...
He is also an accomplished presenter and educator
Co-authoring the popular investment book, Property vs Shares.