Don’t dive into credit card debt this Christmas
Every Christmas almost half of the Australian population decides to go swimming in credit card debt to get through the festive season. But there’s two big reasons why you shouldn’t do that this year.
Finance
Why it never hurts to fork out for a pair of shoes
You’ve probably heard of The Barefoot Investor before. Pre-sales for his upcoming book have already surpassed the final instalment of the Harry Potter series. But here’s why you don’t have to tread down the tricky path towards financial independence in bare feet all by yourself.
Do you shop with Afterpay? Read this
We all experience times in life when we just can’t wait to get our hands on that shiny new item. But as the old saying goes: good things come to those who wait.
Prenup. Do you need to get one?
Rings? Check. Dress? Check. Prenup…? We make the case for and against this most maligned of agreements.
Are you flushing money down the drain by putting off refinancing?
Every year thousands of Aussie families flush their hard earned dollars down the gurgler because they put off the simple act of refinancing their mortgage.
Could you benefit from salary sacrificing?
Keen for a new laptop, car, or even an airport lounge membership? Sick of putting your hand in your pocket for school fees, the rent or your mortgage? All of these things could be paid for through a salary sacrifice arrangement.
How to save for a first home deposit
So you’ve decided to finally take the plunge and start saving for a deposit to buy your first home? Here’s a few handy tips to get you started.
What to do if you and your partner aren’t on the same page with your finances
Things start out so rosy. You both like the same movies, sports teams and pistachio-flavoured gelato. Then one day you realise you manage your finances in completely different ways. Well, here’s how to get on the same page.
How to perform a credit health check
Significant changes have been made to Australia’s credit reporting rules, with a new Comprehensive Credit Reporting regime (CCR) coming into effect in the new financial year. Which means now is as good a time as ever to perform a credit check.
What value can a financial adviser add?
Just as a personal trainer can help you reach your fitness goals, a financial adviser keep you on track with your personal wealth journey.