One fact of life is certain, we don’t stay young forever. As we grow older, everyday tasks can 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 look forward to, access to good healthcare and the […]
Comparing Loans: What to look out for!
With so many loan options and an increasingly complex market, it can be hard to pick the best loan for your needs. There are many different factors to consider when it comes to choosing loans. In this article, we outline the features you need to look out for when comparing loan options. The Loan Type […]
How women can build their financial literacy
Recent studies show that more than two in five Australians lack confidence when it comes to financial decision making. The Federal Government believes this is largely due to a lack of financial literacy within the community, which is why it has developed the National Financial Literacy strategy. This initiative aims to motivate Australians of all ages, […]
Why bother to plan?
You’ve heard the old saying: Failing to plan is planning to fail (if you haven’t you have now!) Or how about this one? If you don’t know where you are going any road will get you there. It’s all in the planning We don’t get in a taxi without directions, we don’t start cooking without knowing […]
6 ways to navigate your finances in your 40s
Although marriage, mortgage, and young children may have characterised your 30s, your 40s often feature growing responsibilities and ever-competing priorities. Your parents are older, your mortgage is still on foot, children’s education costs are growing, and though retirement may seem a distant reality, planning for that reality becomes an important consideration. The good news is […]
Joined up finances
Being open about money is pretty important in a successful relationship. Secret spending and other forms of financial infidelity can become issues serious enough to threaten your whole relationship. Working towards shared financial goals, on the other hand, is almost guaranteed to help both partners feel more positive about a future together. Getting on the same page with your […]
Four ways to declutter your finances
Ready to discover the life changing magic of simplifying your money management? Taking the lead from minimalism guru Marie Kondo, we bring you a step-by-step guide to applying decluttering principles to your finances. Less really is more Of course, we’re not talking about giving all your money away to make life simpler. But simplifying your […]
Four tips for women to take control of their super
Faced with average lower earnings, possible time out from the workforce to raise children, and longer life expectancy, it can be a struggle for women to save enough money in their super. According to the 2017 HILDA survey, Australian women are retiring with an average superannuation balance of $230,907 while men are retiring with about twice […]
5 habits you can learn from financially secure people
Ever looked at a friend who has everything together and thought ‘what’s their secret?’ Here are five habits you can implement to achieve financial security. Believe it or not, being secure financially doesn’t involve magic or an outrageous stroke of luck. More often than not, it results from good habits, such as keeping track of […]
Can you afford to give in to wanderlust?
Whether it’s long service leave or a short sabbatical, it’s a dream held by many to do away with work responsibilities and explore the world. But is it financially viable? Most people at one point in their working lives have stared off into the distance and daydreamed of their next big travel adventure. And fair […]