New research has shown that Australians spend $272 billion on food every year and only 40 per cent of us are keeping to our budgets on food spend. The Suncorp Cost of Food Report (a national survey of more than 1,500 Australians) revealed that a quarter of Aussies...
We help you weigh up the pros and cons of buying a brand new car against buying a used car The age-old conundrum when faced with a car purchase is the toss-up between buying new or buying used. With more than 60 manufacturers vying for your...
Martin Hawes, financial adviser and outdoor adventurer, wrote the inspirational book Twenty Good Summers many years ago. It’s still in print, and I believe his message grips the imagination of everyone. His message is simple: • Work less• Live more• Make more money The book explains how you can prioritize...
So it’s time for your teen to get behind the wheel, and you just want to keep them safe. Here’s how to cope. Teaching a teenager to drive is a revelation. Teaching a nervous first-time teen driver the basics of driving acts as a reminder...
If managing life’s everyday complexities only seem achievable when you’re daydreaming about the chef, cleaner, personal assistant or nanny that you don’t have, you’re probably not alone. And, if ‘turbulent’ is the way you’d describe your day-to-day routine, these tips may help you get back the...
If things are a bit tight in the hip pocket, here are five affordable ways to give you back that new car feeling The economy is like the weather – everyone’s got an opinion on it, but it’s hard to predict what’s going to...
Knowledge is power. The more you’re aware of how your mind works the more you can adjust your attitude towards money. Six cognitive biases that influence how we save, spend and invest money We like to think we’re rational beings. But the reality is that a lot...
It’s only natural to want to help your kids with big ticket items to give them a good start in life—particularly in an era when tuition fees and house prices make higher education and owning a home less affordable than in previous generations. But it can...
You’ve found a car you like, you’ve done your homework and all the numbers check out. Great! Now you need to inspect the car and see if there are any underlying issues you should be aware of before making the purchase. If you know someone who...
Many parents approach the topic of money differently, but could your way of doing things influence your kids’ success? The majority of Aussie mums and dads recognise that they’re accountable when it comes to shaping their children’s perspective around money matters. A recent report published by the...
He is also an accomplished presenter and educator
Co-authoring the popular investment book, Property vs Shares.