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Scam alert! Beware of these latest schemes

- January 31, 2025 2 MIN READ

Another day, another scam …    The ATO is warning us to be alert for potentially dodgy tax schemes which are spreading online, including through social media. Acting Deputy Commissioner, Sarah Taylor, is urging individuals to be wary of online promotion of tax schemes promising to significantly reduce or avoid tax altogether. Stay alert Sometimes… Read more »

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7 property myths BUSTED

- January 31, 2025 4 MIN READ

There is much debate and discussion around property markets, often leading to misconceptions about how they work. These can sometimes influence people’s property buying, selling, or investing decisions, and even lead to missed opportunities. With Ray White’s chief economist, Nerida Conisbee’s insights, let’s examine (and bust) some common property market myths: 1. There’s an ideal… Read more »

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First home buyers: It’s time to make your move

- January 24, 2025 3 MIN READ

Trying to enter the property market for the first time? Here is some refreshing news … According to Ray White chief economist, Nerida Conisbee, now is a particularly good time for first home buyers to be considering property. House prices have slowed, and are in fact declining in many places, plus there are a wide… Read more »

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The 15-minute money challenge all couples should do

- January 24, 2025 3 MIN READ

Are you on the same financial page as your partner? This little habit could not only save your money, but also your relationship.  Here’s a challenge: I want you to spend 15 minutes a month thinking about your money. It doesn’t sound like much but how many people, individually or as a couple, actually sit… Read more »

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Investing in shares versus bricks and mortar?

- January 17, 2025 3 MIN READ

We all know someone who claims property never goes down and that shares are just a form of gambling. So which is a better investment? Equities or housing? The right answer, of course, is that both equally play a vital role in building wealth, but they’re very different to each other. According to property research… Read more »

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Why savvy Aussies are building their own financial teams

- January 17, 2025 4 MIN READ

Struggling with the 24/7 nature of managing your money? You don’t have to go it alone. Just like a brilliant footy team, having the right people in the right positions can make all the difference. Whether you need advice on investing, budgeting, or getting ahead for retirement, building a ‘financial dream team’ around you can… Read more »

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How to start a small biz on the side

- December 20, 2024 3 MIN READ

In a sign of how tough Australian households are finding the cost-of-living crisis, almost a million Aussies are working a second job to earn extra income – that’s a record 6.65 per cent of all workers. When Libby and I were raising four young kids, money was always tight. We decided from the start that… Read more »

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10 ways you can start your 2025 money reboot now

- December 20, 2024 3 MIN READ

The lead-up to Christmas is frantic but for most people life slows down between Santa and the New Year which is a great time to plan a financial reboot. Taking the financial stress out of your life will transform the way you live. You’ll be happier and have more confidence to take on the world.… Read more »

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How to get on top of your life admin

- December 13, 2024 3 MIN READ

The summer holidays are the perfect time to get on top of your finances. Here’s how. Life admin – those seemingly small but never-ending tasks like paying your bills, lodging tax returns and sorting out household paperwork – can creep until you’re positively drowning in stress. It’s no surprise that a recent survey revealed 75… Read more »