Most of us have plans for the future. Maybe it’s a dream holiday, paying off debt, starting a business, or saving enough for a house deposit. Some of us will succeed but many of us won’t.
One of the reasons … read more
Superannuation and separation: Who keeps the money?
A divorce from your husband or wife, or a separation from your de facto, could mean a division of your assets and debts, whether they’re held separately or together, and superannuation is no exception.
Another thing to note is even … read more
How to spend more to save
The old saying “penny wise, pound foolish” couldn’t ring truer than in today’s throw-away world of overconsumption and excessive production of disposable items.
Did you know that many manufacturers have been using techniques to deliberately reduce the life of a … read more
Protecting the life (and people) you love
With more Australians having children later in life, starting a second family and carrying significant levels of debt well into their 50s and 60s, life insurance has never been more important.
Life is full of unexpected twists and turns and … read more
Mindful Spending
Take care of the pennies and the pounds will take care of themselves………
I love this phrase. Yes it’s straight out of nanna’s handbook, but nanna was right.
To have a good life you need to have a good relationship … read more
Here’s how to lead a happier life
From our beaches and outdoor lifestyle, to our democracy and cultural diversity, there is a great deal to feel happy about in Australia.
However, living a happy life doesn’t always come easy. Concerns about money, relationships and the future can … read more
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 … read more
My views on the Royal Commission into Financial Services
Whilst I haven’t been inundated with calls on the current royal commission into the banking and financial services sector, I felt compelled to speak with you about it. It is early days into the royal commission inquiry but we have … read more
Ten Things To Help You Feel Financially Protected
Imagine feeling financially protected, well here are the 10 things I can help you with:
- Manage your cash flow
It’s a simple statement to say that you’ll never get ahead if you spend more than you earn, yet in many … read more
Money and relationships
Leaving the single life behind to become a twosome is an exciting and romantic time. The last thing on your mind is how to manage your joint finances. Yet relationship success and financial success as a couple have a lot … read more