You’re a competitive person, but the demands of adult life – work, relationships and all those weekend brunches – have chewed away at the time you used to spend satisfying that competitive edge. The easiest way to scratch that itch should be to lace your...
It’s safe to say budgeting sounds boring; just the thought of having to give up luxuries like gigs, thrice-daily coffees and extravagant meals has us bristling. But is there a way to have a party lifestyle and still save money? Well, apparently so. Caitlin Fitzsimmons, Money Editor...
We live in a world where buying things is just a part of our day-to-day. We want those flash new Nikes, we need the latest iPhone and we definitely have to keep up with our mates on a financial level. We might not know where we’re going to get...
For many Australian families the arrow of intergenerational help is pointing in a new direction. Not so long ago, it was the norm for adult children to lend a financial helping hand to their ageing parents. These days, the support is more likely to flow downwards,...
As technology forges ahead, we’re all but chasing after it. Life as we knew it in the 80s and 90s is now ancient history. Today, digital devices in Australia have made the way we communicate, socialise, work and behave just about unrecognisable. The fact is Aussies are...
Small savings goals are important, but are you really going to save for a house deposit or a Europe trip in foregone takeaway coffees alone? Here are six substitutions to make on things you’re already buying – that could save you thousands per year....
Research reveals surprising correlations between productivity and parenthood. It’s official: Australia is the most expensive country to live in. So it’s no wonder that more and more parents are working while raising a family. In fact, recent media reports say Aussie parents work more than parents...
It’s probably not the sexiest thing the two of you have on the to-do list but putting off talking about your financial expectations could see you butting heads. If you have been together for a while or are edging on making a big financial decision together,...
The best ways to sustain or improve physical, mental and financial wellbeing in your pre and post retirement years are sometimes the simplest. If you’re in or approaching retirement, you may be surprised to know when it comes to living a longer life and leading a...
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...
He is also an accomplished presenter and educator
Co-authoring the popular investment book, Property vs Shares.