One fact of life is certain, we don’t stay young forever. As we grow old everyday tasks become tiresome, we suffer inevitable aches and pains and often have difficulty remembering things. But the ageing process should be seen as a privilege. We have retirement to...
Many believe spring is the best time to buy property, as ideal weather conditions and blossoming flowers result in more properties displayed on the market. But is this a misconception? There's no denying that once winter has thawed, the spring property market really starts to heat...
Stress affects both our physical and mental health and it’s a significant problem in Australia. According to the Australian Psychological Society’s Stress and Wellbeing in Australia Survey , 35 per cent of us report a significant level of distress in our lives. Stress is a natural response to...
The ‘synchronised global growth’ narrative appears to be over as trade tensions between the US and China look set to worsen, says Moody’s Investors Service.
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There are pros and cons for parents who want to give their children financial help. Here’s what to consider. Some cashed-up parents naturally want to give their children a head start financially, but the big question is how best to help them. Financial assistance typically falls...
The Shakti Mat is an acupressure mat designed to relax the body and calm the mind. It can be traced back 2000 years to India when it was used as a physical ‘bed of nails’ by Himalayan yogis, and then reinterpreted in 2008 by a...
You’ve heard it before and you’re sure to hear it again: water should always be your drink of choice. But what about those times when water just doesn’t cut it (and it isn’t an acceptable time of day to crack open that bottle of wine in...
Some of the great joys of being in a relationship are planning for exciting moments in life like taking holidays, buying a home or having children. By being financially secure while you navigate the twists and turns of your life together, you can help alleviate...
It’s one of the less glamorous home loan features, but the redraw facility deserves a second look. Here’s why: The redraw facility explained A redraw facility lets you make additional repayments to reduce your variable rate home loan balance and save on interest. If you pay more...
Instances of financial abuse of the elderly are on the rise. So how can you tell if your client is a victim, and what should you do if they are? There's increasing concern worldwide about the number of cases of older, vulnerable people losing their savings...
He is also an accomplished presenter and educator
Co-authoring the popular investment book, Property vs Shares.