It is a special feeling to welcome a new child or grandchild into the world and watch them grow. Sharing their joy as they reach new milestones is priceless. Of course, there is a real cost – raising a child is expensive, particularly now as the...
Who doesn’t love a holiday? Nothing beats that feeling of popping on that out of office email and taking a break from the ho-hum of everyday life. Whether that means packing your bag and taking to the skies, jumping in the car, or taking that...
Life just seems to get ever busier as the years roll by and our most precious commodity is often our time. We could all do with a few more hours in the day and technology continues to play a vital role in bringing efficiencies into...
Refinancing can be a great way to save money if you believe you are paying too much for your loan, but there is more to it than just finding a loan with a lower interest rate and making the change. Before making the switch, ensure...
Working out how much you need to save for retirement is a question that keeps many pre-retirees awake at night. Recent market volatility and fluctuating superannuation balances have only added to the uncertainty.So it’s timely that new research shows you may need less than you...
Fixed income ETF inflows are running at a record pace as investors focus on higher interest rate returns and offsetting their exposure to share markets. Investment trends can sometimes be hard to pick. But the huge and ongoing investor cash inflows into exchange traded funds (ETFs)...
Buying insurance through super has many advantages, but you need to make sure you are getting the right cover for your individual needs. In some cases, you may be paying for nothing.Most super funds offer life and total and permanent disability (TPD) insurance to fund...
Starting a family, whether it be taking those first steps of planning or knowing your baby is on their way, is exciting – and expensive. Before you start thinking of paint colours for the nursery, it’s wise to understand the costs involved in raising a...
Get ready for your next big Aussie adventure without a hitch. Before anyone sets off on their dream nomad adventure, they need to have one thing… the right vehicle! The trouble with that is that finding the right vehicle is not something that most people would...
Become a sewing pro with these handy sewing tips and tricks. Starting on a new sewing project – whether you’re a novice or an experienced sewer– can often come with its fair share of challenges. The delicate relationship between needle and thread can sometimes leave us...
He is also an accomplished presenter and educator
Co-authoring the popular investment book, Property vs Shares.