How are you feeling today – perhaps a bit tired? A little overworked? How would you feel if I told you that it was entirely possible to work less and enjoy more? The secret behind this incredibly favourable work-life balance could be the Pareto Principle, where...
When we’re at uni all we think about is finishing, and finally being able to work full-time and earn some cold hard cash. But when we start working, we realise while there’s more money coming into the bank, there are fewer hours in the week...
About two-thirds of Australians are entitled to at least a partial age pension (i), so most of us need to understand how it works and determine what role we want it to play in our retirement plan.
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New research shows one in three Australians think retirement is too far away to plan for. That’s a big mistake. Take it from me, the day when you’re ready to hang up your work boots is likely to roll around far more quickly than you...
Making a plan before your IO term expires can save you stress and money. There’s recently been a growing focus among residential property investor communities about the expiry of interest-only (IO) periods on home loans. According to recent RBA data, approximately 200,000 home loans will end their...
Is it best to place all your assets in superannuation or to diversify using other investments ? We currently have a number of rental properties and have been advised to sell one each year after we retire in three years time. Our adviser has said...
As part of its review of transaction information from cryptocurrency service providers, the ATO has said that it will be using this data to ensure that SMSF trustees or members who invest in cryptocurrency are complying with their obligations. In an online update, the ATO stated...
What impact do factors like your weight, age and smoking status have on your ability to buy life insurance? Life insurers take into account a number of different factors when assessing insurance applications, but asking your insurer about the impact these factors might have can sometimes...
So you’ve heard about people making a mint from the stock market, and you think you’re finally ready to dabble in it too. But where do you even start? If you were anything like me, that’s as far as you’d get before becoming overwhelmed. “How do people know what...
Children learn a lot from their parents when it comes to money—arm yours for financial success. When it comes to money, your own behaviour and attitudes can strongly influence your kids. Help your kids to be money smart by demonstrating positive money habits and teaching them...
He is also an accomplished presenter and educator
Co-authoring the popular investment book, Property vs Shares.