Yippee, you’ve scored a good looking return from the tax office this year. While you’re tempted to blow the lot, if you invest your tax return carefully you’ll set yourself up for long-term wealth. The ATO returned more than $1 billion to approximately 457,000 taxpayers in the 2019-2020 financial year. That’s an average return of… Read more »
The home loan war between financiers is really hotting up. In a bid to win over new customers, lenders are offering up to $5,000 cashback on home loans with rates under 2 per cent. New analysis by financial research group RateCity shows there are 25 lenders offering cashback deals. In addition to the cashback on… Read more »
Once you learn how to effectively manage your bills, you’ll no longer need to fear your inbox or mailbox. Such a relief. We all know that sinking feeling when an unexpected bill arrives and throws the monthly budget out the window. It’s tough metaphorically driving around with the fuel lamp flashing, knowing you’ve got nothing… Read more »
Fraudulent investment scams reported to Scamwatch have cost Australians over $70 million in the first half of this year, reports the ACCC. Here’s what you can do to avoid falling victim. That’s a massive 53.4 per cent increase in reports about investment scams received by Scamwatch this time last year. Projected losses are set to… Read more »
The NAB has revealed the suburbs across Australia where it’s cheaper to buy than rent, and they are surprisingly not exclusively in regional areas. The rocketing price of houses and units across Australia has been all over the headlines lately. Since September 2020, capital city house prices have risen by 14 per cent, leaving them… Read more »
These frugal tips prove that it’s a fallacy that you need to live a life of deprivation in order to save money. Hands up if you’re trying to save money to build your wealth right now. Everyone’s hand should be in the air, right? Whether you’re trying to save money to build wealth, buy a… Read more »
Women have very different superannuation needs to men, but many don’t realise this or know how to plan for their super. It’s time for women and superannuation to get better acquainted. There are two key variables that mean women have different financial needs in retirement compared to men: they live longer, but they don’t earn… Read more »
There are hundreds of personal finance apps out there, including plenty focused on saving and budgeting. We take a look at some the most popular budget apps available in Australia to help you decide what’s best for you. Nobody likes having to stick to a budget. Nobody. Except maybe rich people (because, no surprise, being… Read more »
Australian micro-investing accounts grew by 123% during the last year – the fastest rate of growth on record. Here’s everything you need to know to join the buzz and get started micro-investing. What started out as a niche category under five years ago is really catching on. Micro-investing means you invest very small amounts of… Read more »
You’ll have heard these misleading money tips doing the rounds everyday like they’re gospel. It’s definitely time to hear some better advice! How often has someone told you to avoid credit cards at all costs? Or to start saving for your kids’ education the minute they’re born? These are both common misleading money tips that… Read more »
