Dealing With Bills in a More Effective Way
The average Australian has between six to eight bills to pay every month from utilities to mortgage/rent, water consumption, internet, mobile phone/landline, insurance, car payments and subscription services such as the gym or streaming services….
The Psychology Behind Saving a $1,000 in 30 Days
Last year, I embarked on a personal challenge to save or make $1,000 in 30 days (on top of my regular savings). This year, after having many close friends intrigued and interested, I put all my learnings…
Investment Lessons From 2019
It’s always interesting to look back over a year to see how investments have performed. In 2019, if you had money invested into Australian and international shares, listed property and bonds, you should have done…
Financial Coaching vs Financial Advice
So what exactly is the difference between a financial coach and a financial adviser? Managing your money is a tricky business for most. It’s also not the most exciting topic for many people. But busyness,…
Starting a Side Hustle is Easier Than You Think
How often do you get advice from your parents and grandparents that starts with ‘Back in my day…’ or ‘When I was young…’ before they go on to tell you how much harder things were…
What to Consider When it Comes to Unlisted Property Funds
Unlisted property funds have proven popular as they are fairly easy to understand and provide a high level of transparency over which properties will be owned.
How to Invest in Commercial Property?
Purchasing a property asset directly is a method commonly used for residential property investments. However, with commercial property, this is usually an unfeasible approach for the everyday investor.
Exploring Commercial Property in Australia
If the term ‘commercial property’ conjures up images of dusty old warehouses, think again. Commercial property is a broad term covering all kinds of property from offices and retail outlets, to industrial sites, doctor’s surgeries, and even car parks.
Do You Know What Your Credit Score Is?
Credit scores are important because they directly impact whether you’ll be successful in applying for a home loan, credit card, mobile phone or energy plan. They can also have an impact on the rates you’ll pay.
Ethically Investing Your Money Towards a Better Future
Investing your money towards a better future for you and our planet sounds pretty good, right? However, investing in line with our values can be confusing. Ele de Vere from Australian ETF Manager, BetaShares, takes…