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 […]
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 […]
Super is your time, your money and your future lifestyle.
It is time to give your super the respect it deserves. There truly is something almost magical out there in the world of investing. It’s called compounding interest, and it’s very simple. It’s just the combination of time and money, and how they work so well together, when used in the right sequence. I’m sure […]
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 […]
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 […]
How to get rid of holiday credit card debt
You may still be recovering from Christmas festivities, whether eating and drinking less or getting to the gym. But how is your credit card balance? Finder.com.au analysed data from the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) and found that Australians have an average of $1,863 in holiday credit card debt. And a year from now, 27 […]
Keep calm and carry on – tackling your financial stress
With costs of living on the rise and wage growth stagnating, it’s not hard to see why Australian households are increasingly feeling the pinch.i In fact, a recent Ubank survey revealed 59% of Aussies admit their current financial situation causes them stress or loss of sleep.ii Even in the oft-labelled ‘Lucky Country’, this is a worrying statistic. […]