There are some mistakes we need to make for ourselves. Whether it’s an unflattering trend or falling for someone who’s not a good match, sometimes lived experience trumps good advice. You fall down and you pick yourself up. But some mistakes can be avoided by following...
Saving money can be lonely and boring and hard. Saying ‘no’ to weekends away with mates, or not being able to afford big fancy group dinners can leave you feeling isolated and disillusioned with this whole ‘being a responsible adult’ thing. So is it possible to...
The same approach to managing day-to-day money can be applied to long-term investments. It was Carrie Bradshaw, of Sex and the City fame, who said: ‘I like my money where I can see it – hanging in my closet.’ While that might sound trite, it’s not far...
Financial stress is losing Australian businesses around $31.1 billion in revenue, with the finance and insurance industry being one of the most affected sectors, according to an AMP study. AMP’s Financial Wellness report said around 2.44 million Australians suffer from anxiety around money, with about two...
Confused by industry jargon? We help you make sense of it all. We want to empower you to take control of your finances and own your tomorrow. But we know it’s not always easy. The language of finance can be complex and confusing. Here we explain superannuation...
What are the pros and cons of going part time? If you’re a full time worker you may be considering joining the multitude of Aussie part-timers, and having more time to do what really matters to you. Maybe you’re a parent who wants to spend more time...
Many people over 50 are putting their skills and experience to work in their own businesses. Retirement is no longer the destination it used to be. If you’re like many Aussies who are heading into their later years after a lifetime of developing skills and expertise,...
Across Australia, the granny flat is currently experiencing somewhat of a construction boom. And it’s not hard to see why. Rising property prices, coupled with an ageing population, have resulted in an increased demand for multi-generational and multi-dwelling living. These popular and relatively affordable buildings offer...
Here are some tips to start paying off your debt $45 billion. That’s how much Australians owe on their credit cards. Now, perhaps that’s no drama if we’re not paying too much to access credit and we’re managing to avoid interest charges by paying back what...
It’s a pity there’s no handy ‘How to’ book to teach you about adult life, especially when it comes to finances. It’s something that you need to learn on the job. To make the task easier, here’s a breakdown of the three trickiest areas to get...
He is also an accomplished presenter and educator
Co-authoring the popular investment book, Property vs Shares.