Did you see the Your Money in a Minute segment on this week’s show? Glen James, retired financial adviser and founder of My Millennial Money outlined his top tips to stop overspending and they’re good ones. Watch this quick segment and read on to find out more. 1. Set timeframes for different money thresholds As… Read more »
Budgeting, home loans, fixtures and furnishing, auctions and inspections, there is so much to consider when you’re buying your ‘dream home’. It can be easy to lose sight of the big picture. If you’re in the market buying your dream home, it pays to have a plan. Follow these steps and you’ll be able to… Read more »
Everyone tells you to have a family budget. It’s good advice. Knowing where your money is coming from, and where it’s going to, is absolutely crucial to getting control of your finances and building wealth. Luckily, there are a couple of killer budgeting strategies which can transform everyone’s budget. We know you’re busy and keeping your… Read more »
Everyone has a moment of financial desperation. A moment when they wonder, how can I make money FAST? An unexpectedly big bill, an opportunity too good to resist, a sudden overseas trip … the list is endless. The only thing in common is that you’re in a financial bind and in need of extra cash,… Read more »
BMT Tax Depreciation, Australia’s leading provider of depreciation schedules, says investment property owners are making three costly mistakes on their tax returns when it comes to depreciation. Check whether you’re making these common tax mistakes by investment property owners. Property investors can claim sizable tax deductions for the natural wear and tear that occurs to… Read more »
It’s one of those financial nightmares we all hope doesn’t come true… running out of money in retirement. Outliving your wealth adds an unwelcome level of stress at a time when you’re financially vulnerable. Without a regular income stream from a wage, and limited employment opportunities, it is near impossible to rebuild if you run… Read more »
Over the last few years, I’ve noticed there are five common differences between those that follow through with their financial plans and get results and those that don’t. So what are the key financial habits of wealth builders? I want you to understand that you can push a pause button on your life whenever you… Read more »
This is a stock which came up on The Call (12-1pm AEDT on Ausbiz) last week and got rave reviews… I must admit I didn’t know much about it. This week the New Zealand-based infrastructure investment company, Infratil, announced plans to acquire up to 60 per cent of Qscan Group from Quadrant Private Equity, for… Read more »
According to leading research house SuperRatings, Suncorp was the top returning fund over the 12 months to the end of June, with the Suncorp Multi-Manager Growth Fund returning 3.8 per cent. This was followed by BUSSQ and Australian Ethical Super, whose balanced options returned 2.5 per cent and 2.4 per cent respectively. Over 10 years,… Read more »
The economic impact of the COVID-19 crisis is starting to come through in the monthly numbers. The latest were this week’s employment figures. – while the unemployment rate rose from 7.1 per cent to 7.4 per cent in June, it was the highest jobless rate in 21½ years (since November 1998). – the good news was… Read more »
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