How Has COVID-19 Changed My Financial Mindset?
Something that COVID-19 has demonstrated to me, is just how uncertain the future is and the importance of being flexible. The current situation has also reinforced my goals to be financially secure, so I can…
Accessing Your Super During COVID-19
Before making any decisions, it’s important to understand what the impact of taking out $10k from your super in your 20s, will have on your retirement.
Tips & Ideas For Teaching Your Kids About Money
Over the last few years talking and writing about personal finance, the recurring theme is that everyone wishes they learnt these skills in school. Now that’s a big issue in itself, however, if you’re looking…
I’ve Just Lost My Job — Now What?
It’s strange to be made redundant in your 20s, but unfortunately during this current situation, many young Aussies are in the same boat. Whether you just landed a graduate position or finally felt you’d settled…
The Fascinating World of Side Hustles
Side hustles are something that we’ve always done— making use of our knowledge, skills, time or an opportunity to make some extra money outside our normal 9 to 5. However, it’s only in the last…
Online Learning Resources to Use While in Isolation
As many of us are keeping safe inside at the moment, a great way to distract yourself from the headlines is to focus on learning new things. Aside from books, eBooks, audiobooks and podcasts (which are fantastic resources…
How To Prepare For Financial Uncertainty
Across the globe, we’re currently facing high levels of financial uncertainty and as a young person who wasn’t working or investing during the last financial crisis back in 07/08, it’s a scary time. At the moment we…
The Importance of Building an Emergency Fund
Your car breaks down, you need to book a last-minute flight to see a sick family member, you get a medical bill that’s not covered by insurance, your pet gets sick, your fridge breaks down…
Your 10 Step Financial Health Checklist
A financial checklist is a clear and structured tool that can help you progress towards your financial goals. With fluctuating phases of motivation and surprise bills that pop up throughout the year, it’s easy to…
Financially Planning an Epic Travel Adventure
When I graduated year 12 over four years ago now, I, like many other young Aussie had grand ideas about backpacking solo around Europe and finding myself. Needless to say, I never actually went, because…