Each week we ask a question to help you focus on an area of your finances that might need a closer look. This week: How can I stick to my money resolutions? Okay, so where did the first two weeks of the new year actually go? It feels like one minute you’re lighting sparklers to… Read more »
New year, new you? With the right money resolutions and a framework in place, that could well be true. The new year is a fabulous chance to make a fresh start – including for your finances. One of the easiest ways to get and keep your finances in order is to be ‘sassy’. This is… 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 »
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 »
It’s time to really think about your money strategy and what you can do to get ahead. It might be sorting out your cashflow, setting up an investment plan, buying property, clearing debts, or saving for your next big holiday. Whatever your plans are, how you set up your money strategy will impact on how… Read more »
Creating a healthy money mindset comes from first understanding and developing a good relationship with money. It’s not something that we often take the time to do, but if you sit down and trace back where your money habits first come from, you’ll have a much better understanding of where you’re heading financially. To start… Read more »
