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It’s killing you that no matter how many times you try, you can never stick to a budget. Don’t stress, you’re not a financial failure. You’re a human. If you’re reading this, chances are you’re not a ‘numbers person’. Or maybe you are and you still can’t still to a budget. That’s because budgets are… Read more »
Money is one of those hidden awkward, murky areas of love. So, when’s the best time to discuss money in a new relationship? Research from financial institution ING showed that one in five Australians keep financial secrets from their partner. Which isn’t surprising – I don’t know of any relationship which is completely transparent about… Read more »
What’s the difference between general and personal financial advice? And how do you know which kind to seek out? You think you need financial help, but reckon you can go it alone. After all, there’s so many podcasts, blog posts 🙋♂️, YouTube videos and books that can help you do it all without a financial… Read more »
Over the next couple of weeks Australians who are invested in our big listed companies (or through their super funds) are going to get a lesson in the power of dividends. Most investors just look at the share price movements of their stocks and tend to forget about the twice-yearly dividend distributions. Dividend payments are… Read more »
An offset account is a widely sought after feature of home loans in Australia. But what is it? How does it work? And is it really worth paying extra for? What is an offset account? An offset account is a transaction account linked to your home loan. Instead of paying interest, the balance is ‘offset’… Read more »
The tax considerations for investing in ETFs can be complicated. But if you want to stay on the right side of the ATO, you need to know them. The boom in Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) on the sharemarket has attracted thousands of first time investors. If you’re one of them, the Australian Tax Office (ATO)… Read more »
Global lockdowns have been miserable for most, but there are plenty of sectors who have thrived. Tech stocks are one of them. As restrictions continue in most countries around the globe, including Australia, many cyclical businesses are still feeling the full force of the global pandemic. Not only are some borders still shut, but many… Read more »
Despite a ‘home country bias’, investing overseas is picking up speed in Australia. Here’s what you need to know. Australian investors have long shown a ‘home country bias’, which is a fancy way of saying we prefer to invest in our own backyard. Some Australians have exposure to overseas shares via their super fund, but… Read more »
When it comes to building wealth no amount is too small to start. Whether it’s $1000, $100 or even $50, every single dollar can be put to good use to grow your wealth. It doesn’t seem much but investing a small amount on a regular basis is the key to wealth. You’ll be stunned at… Read more »
Everyone seems to be talking about ETFs right now, so here’s the lowdown on why Exchange Traded Funds are so damn interesting. While they can date their origins back to the 1990s, exchange traded funds (ETFs) truly took off this century. Their popularity is largely based on the ease with which they give investors access… Read more »
