No matter how nice the idea of buying something new is, there are some things you should just never buy new. The easiest way to save money is to not spend it. Which is easier said than done, of course. However, there’s one way to make it a breeze and that’s to have a few… Read more »
Risk shouldn’t be a four letter word when it comes to investing your money – because a healthy risk mindset is just what we need to achieve high rewards. Let’s say that back in November 2011 you had $100,000 to invest for 10 years. How would you feel today if you had earned a 10… Read more »
Reckon you can’t save $10,000 this year? This 52-week savings challenge knows you can. There are so many reasons to save $10,000 by the end of the year. You might be saving towards your first home deposit, paying off a debt, going on a holiday, growing your super balance, or even taking your first leap… Read more »
If you’re planning on becoming a first-time investor next year, you want that first rung on the property ladder to be a shrewd move. Follow these tips to make smarter decisions to set yourself up for the climb. Cec Busby reports. Leave your emotions at the door When you are buying your dream house it’s… Read more »
Keep ignoring your superannuation and you’ll most likely lose out. Instead, put a decent super plan into place and really optimise your nest egg. UniSuper opened its doors to everyone in July this year. The fund has been exclusive to the higher education and research sector for over 40 years to great acclaim, and now… Read more »
From a crypto crusader to a superior sustainability index, these ETFs are some of the hottest predictions on the Australian sharemarket for the new year. Aussie investors love ETFs. We love them so much we’re buying them to the tune of $125 billion, across more than 250 ETFs listed on the Australian Stock Exchange (ASX).… Read more »
There are some really attractive tax benefits attached to being a landlord. It’s basically about turning negatives into positives… Being a landlord has its perks. Whether it be earning a passive income, the gains that come with property appreciation or the safety net of a residence to fall back on if times get tough, it’s… Read more »
A budget doesn’t have to be all doom and gloom. Factor in some mad money and keep the rewards coming. Sticking to a budget doesn’t mean you have to deprive yourself of life’s little luxuries, you just have to plan for them and keep impulse buying under control. Hopefully you’ll be inspired to stick to… Read more »
Summer finances can be a killer on your budget. It’s the most expensive time of year for many Aussies and it can create a hefty load. Think about all the accumulated debts you’ve run up all year, then add the holiday expenses and Christmas blowouts and your finances have really taken a hit. Summer is… Read more »
You want to embrace the festive season and all the joy it brings, but you don’t want debt weighing your new year down. Here’s how to scale back Christmas and still have a jolly, holly time. The parties, the food, the cocktails, the presents – so many, many presents. Christmas is a brilliant time of… Read more »
