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Aussie banks are wising up to new spending habits by offering no-interest credit cards. But do they stack up against BNPL offerings? The extortionate interest rates still being charged on most credit cards is outrageous. Australians are onto this rort and credit card usage and outstanding balances are plummeting. Another factor has been younger consumers… Read more »
It’s ridiculously easy to get stuck in metaphorical quicksand when making financial decisions. To help us out, financial adviser Andrew Dunbar shares a reliable framework to guide the process. Ever notice yourself spending more time on trivial decisions than you do on the significant ones? You’re not alone. It’s often called ‘decision quicksand’, as these small… Read more »
What are ETFs, and why does this matter to the value of cryptocurrency? The Bitcoin bulls are racing again. A year ago the cryptocurrency was valued at less than US$12,000. Now it has passed the symbolic milestone of US$60,000, nudging the US$63,255 record it reached in mid-April, before its price fell to as low as… Read more »
It seems simple, but figuring out the best place to keep your money to boost your cashflow can be confusing. Financial planner Ben Nash shares some common sense advice. It’s common these days for people to have a bunch of bank accounts, loans, credit cards, and savings accounts. But keeping your money in the wrong… Read more »
If you’re an Aussie investor looking to diversify into global stocks, Josh Gilbert’s current picks should catch your eye. Most people have probably heard of some of the popular leaders of the stock market including the FAANG stocks (Facebook, Amazon, Apple, Netflix, Google), as they are the companies that dominate the tech universe. But did… Read more »
To start investing, you need cash. And to get cash, you need a budgeting strategy that makes it as easy as possible to stash your cash away. Enter the three pots saving method. Let’s face it, saving can be tricky, especially when there are so many other financial demands in life – your rent or… Read more »
You wouldn’t wish a personal financial crisis on anyone. A personal financial crisis (PFC) can be so debilitating across your entire being. It can feel as though your whole life is about to come crashing down like a house of cards. A PFC can be triggered by a range of factors but the most common… Read more »
We all love our tax deductions, right? “I’m paying too much tax, how do I reduce it?” I have these conversations with my clients all the time. Unfortunately there’s a giant myth when it comes to tax deductions that not everyone is aware of. There are lots of opportunities out there, for better or worse,… Read more »
Why is it that you’re constantly getting into financial trouble even though you try so hard? Could you somehow be self-sabotaging your finances? No, you’re not intrinsically bad with money. But you might be unintentionally self-sabotaging your finances. All the budgets, savings plans, investment advice and frugal tips in the world aren’t going to help… Read more »
The sharemarket is so daunting! How do total beginners get started investing? What steps do you take and what decisions are needed? We talk you through step-by-step. If you’ve been watching share prices increase while the savings in your bank account stay stagnant, you’re probably thinking it’s time to get started investing in the stockmarket.… Read more »
