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, spending...
How you’d like to spend your retirement is as unique as you. From the big life changing goals, to the smaller, more personal ones that give your life meaning. There’s no defined age you must retire by, and it isn’t just about your finances. Your state...
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By now school, work and daily routines may be ruling your week once again. And if you made any resolutions over the holiday season, chances are you’re probably slipping back into your old ways. Don’t worry. Research has proven resolutions rarely work. Mainly because resolutions tend to...
Advice to make sure the gifts you buy won't be gathering dust by Boxing Day. We've all been there: scratching our heads, making lists, scouring shops, browsing online for that perfect gift. Finding the right gift at the right price is one of the biggest challenges...
Mirror on the wall In 2013, "selfie" was officially added to the Oxford Dictionary. It refers to a person taking a photo of themselves with their own phone or camera. The idea of taking a self-portrait isn't really new. It seems since the beginning of time we've...
This is the view of Dr Michael Norton from Harvard Business School. Michael’s research indicates that money can indeed make you happy if you use it to buy experiences, time, or invest in others. Buying experiences – when we buy experiences, we don’t just buy the duration...
Your guests will be begging you for the recipe. Healthy-ish Christmas: Ricotta spice cheesecake with baked stone fruits GF: DF: SF: V Makes 16 Ingredients 1 1/2 cups raisins 100ml dark rum 170g pumpkin (raw weight), peeled and chopped 3 tablespoons coconut oil, melted 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon 3 eggs 1/4 cup maple syrup 1/4...
If you're wondering how you'll make ends meet this silly season, check out these tips on how to spend, without spending every cent. Summer in Australia can often be one of the busiest times of year with end-of-year work parties, Christmas, family gatherings, mini holiday breaks,...
It’s that time of the year when our thoughts turn to summer holidays, but amid the excitement of choosing a destination, don’t forget to arrange travel cover. In the last three years, one in three Australians have headed off internationally without the protection of travel...
He is also an accomplished presenter and educator
Co-authoring the popular investment book, Property vs Shares.