With nearly one in three people planning to save their tax return, have you considered what you might do with yours? This year more than 75% of Australians expect to receive a tax return, with a large portion of the population planning to use the money...
For the next time you’re itching to get out, but don’t want to spend a fortune, here’s a list of 10 things to do for about $10 (or less). 1. Get near some water If you live in Australia, you probably live within 50km of the coastline. And...
Ever wondered what it would be like to uproot your life and do something completely different? People of all ages do just that by volunteering abroad. In places like Mongolia, Thailand, Romania, Mexico or Fiji, volunteers are needed every day. You could use your skills and...
Almost one in four Australians (23%) believe they are definitely or mostly ‘living the dream’, according to recent research from the Financial Planning Association.i Here are six traits that have helped them to achieve their dreams. 1. Strong personal habits Australians living the dream are family oriented,...
How much money you'll need will depend on a variety of things. Have you got a plan in mind for when you retire? Is it to travel overseas, hit more balls on the golf course or spend time with family and friends? Whatever your goals, you’ll...
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...
When you think about the daily routine, we sit down a lot…while we eat breakfast, lunch and dinner, in the car to and from work, and for the 7+ hours office workers sit behind their desks every day. Is this a problem? You bet it is. Research...
When it comes to analysing the state of Australian relationships, you can forget the bedroom. The really revealing behaviour takes place behind closed bank accounts. It is no secret that money is often at the heart of divorce and family disputes. Money has certainly not bought...
A large proportion of Australians have unrealistic retirement goals. (NB: There are financial tools on this site that can help as too can a financial planner)
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Today's young investors weren't alive when The Rolling Stones, among others, released versions of Time is on my side yet the song's title just about sums up their lengthy investment horizon.
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He is also an accomplished presenter and educator
Co-authoring the popular investment book, Property vs Shares.