Holiday finances checklist
Your bags are packed, your visas are confirmed, and your immunisations are up-to-date. But have you made sure you won't be charged…
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What is a bridging loan?
Looking to sell your current property and upgrade to another? Here's all you need to know about bridging loans.
Read MoreHow much does an education cost these days?
Whether you're planning to send your children to a public school, faith-based school or a private school, here's how much you can…
Read MoreUsing your super fund to save for your first home
For most first home buyers, the property market can seem like a tough nut to crack. But today we'll look at a…
Read MoreUsing your super fund to save for your first home
For most first home buyers, the property market can seem like a tough nut to crack. But today we'll look at a…
Read MoreThe truth about 0% car finance offers
Seen an offer along the lines of: 'Drive away, 0% finance to pay'? Well, like most things in life, when it sounds…
Read MoreThe truth about 0% car finance offers
Seen an offer along the lines of: 'Drive away, 0% finance to pay'? Well, like most things in life, when it sounds…
Read MoreThe risks associated with payday loans
We've all seen the movies where the luckless protagonist borrows money from a remorseless loanshark and is warned they'll lose a finger…
Read MoreSaving resources of the financial and environmental kind
Whether you're moving into a new property, or looking to save for an investment, here are five things you can do now…
Read MoreSaving resources of the financial and environmental kind
Whether you're moving into a new property, or looking to save for an investment, here are five things you can do now…
Read MoreAre you running yourself, and your business, into the ground?
Small business owners are risking their health and their businesses by eschewing an annual holiday. Is it time you took a break?
Read MoreCrowdfunding: Beware of the hype
'Have you heard of my new Kickstarter? It’s a combination smart phone/coffee cup. I just need $100,000 to get it up and…
Read MoreMost homeowners spent one hour inspecting property
Purchases don't come much bigger than buying a new home. So it surprised me this week to discover that most homebuyers spend…
Read MoreMost homeowners spent one hour inspecting property
Purchases don't come much bigger than buying a new home. So it surprised me to discover that most homebuyers spend more time…
Read MoreAvoid underinsurance in your home
Four out of five Australian homeowners are underinsured, but most don’t realise it until they need to make a claim.
Read MoreYou’re married! Now what about your finances?
The hangover has worn off, the (frightening) wedding bills have been paid, and you finally have time to relax and look forward…
Read MoreIs your lender taking you for a ride?
Buckle up: interest charges have risen faster over the past year than any other corresponding period since 2011. That's despite the Reserve…
Read MoreIs your lender taking you for a ride?
Buckle up: interest charges have risen faster over the past year than any other corresponding period since 2011. That's despite the Reserve…
Read MoreSharing is caring: How to save (or make) serious cash
The sharing economy isn't simply here to stay, it's a thriving part of the Australian business landscape. Here are four platforms to…
Read MoreThe sharing economy: pay off your mortgage sooner
The sharing economy isn't simply here to stay, it's a thriving part of the Australian business landscape. Here are four platforms to…
Read MoreLending restrictions could soon ease
Financing options for homebuyers could open up once more with the federal government suggesting that lending restrictions could be eased if property…
Read MoreLending restrictions could soon ease
Financing options for homebuyers could open up once more with the federal government suggesting that lending restrictions could be eased if property…
Read MoreLending restrictions could soon ease
Financing options for homebuyers could open up once more with the federal government suggesting that lending restrictions could be eased if property…
Read MoreSeven Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Hit the Panic Button
Sure, the first half of this week has seen the Australian share market described as a “bloodbath”. But now's not a good…
Read MoreRecording work KMs: Avoid a tax refund traffic jam
Drop the clutch of excuses. Here's how to ensure you never forget recording your work kilometres ever again.
Read MorePay off your mortgage in under ten years: How one family did it
For many of us, a mortgage is something that stays around for the better part of our adult lives. Not so for…
Read MoreThree financial tips for the savvy Millennial
It takes more than just cutting back on avocados to save up for your first home deposit. Here’s what the under 35s…
Read MoreThree financial tips for the savvy Millennial
It takes more than just cutting back on avocados to make it financially in Australia. Here’s what the under 35s really need…
Read MoreTaxpayer confusion reigns with PAYG mix-up
Taxpayers are confused as to why they're being put into the ATO's PAYG instalments system without being informed of the change nor…
Read MoreFirst home buyer numbers on the up and up
First home buyer loan numbers have soared to their highest levels in eight years amid predictions that Millennials will soon eclipse Baby…
Read MoreFirst home buyer numbers on the up and up
First home buyer loan numbers have soared to their highest levels in eight years amid predictions that Millennials will soon eclipse Baby…
Read MoreCalls for stamp duty reform
There are renewed calls to reform stamp duty across Australia following a report that reveals the controversial tax paid by homebuyers has…
Read MoreCalls for stamp duty reform
There are renewed calls to reform stamp duty across Australia following a report that reveals the controversial tax paid by homebuyers has…
Read MoreDid you leave the digital door open?
If you saw on the news that someone's business was robbed because they left the back door open, you may think they…
Read MoreShould you consider a family trust?
Family trusts can be a good way to protect your family’s assets and ensure smooth succession planning. But be warned: they're not…
Read MoreShould you and your partner have joint accounts?
One of the biggest decisions you'll ever make with your partner is whether or not to tie the knot. Not far behind…
Read MoreFive free apps to help you reach your financial goals
Whether you're fed up with the boss and looking to start your own business, or simply looking to pay off your home…
Read MoreMortgage stress: What it is, and how to avoid it
You might be comfortable paying off your mortgage now, but what if things change? Here are some tips on how to avoid…
Read MoreMortgage stress: What it is, and how to avoid it
You might be comfortable paying off your mortgage now, but what if things change? Here are some tips on how to avoid…
Read MoreFive free apps to help you reach your financial goals
Whether you're fed up with the boss and looking to start your own business, or simply looking to ramp up your savings…
Read MoreShould you and your partner have joint accounts?
One of the biggest decisions you'll ever make with your partner is whether or not to tie the knot. Not far behind…
Read MoreProperty vs Shares: the breakdown
NRL vs AFL. Neighbours vs Home & Away. Gas vs charcoal grill. We Aussies are no strangers to a heated debate. And…
Read MoreThink you’re being priced out of the property market? Think again
Latest property data heralds good news for those eager to crack into the market in 2018.
Read MoreThink you’re being priced out of the property market? Think again
Latest property data heralds good news for those eager to crack into the market in 2018.
Read MoreShares vs Property: the pros and cons breakdown
NRL vs AFL. Neighbours vs Home & Away. Gas vs charcoal grill. We Aussies are no strangers to a heated debate. And…
Read MoreIs the Ombudsman going in to bat for your small business this year?
What small business issues would you like to see improved in 2018? Find out if they're on the Ombudsman's 2018 priority list.
Read MorePay off your mortgage sooner with this 2019 finance to-do list
It's easy to get overwhelmed with a long list of tasks, so we've simplified things for you. Just tackle one job on…
Read MoreImprove your finances one month at a time with this 2018 to-do list
It's easy to get overwhelmed with a long list of tasks, so we've simplified things for you. Just tackle one job on…
Read MoreWhat you need to know before buying your second property
Whether it’s as an investment asset or a holiday home, buying your second property poses a unique set of challenges. Here’s what…
Read MoreWhat to be aware of when using rating websites to make purchases
Umming and ahhing over what brand to buy? A five-star rating score may sound like a great way to decide, but who…
Read MoreMake your New Year’s resolution all about a home loan health check
Whenever we think of New Year's resolutions, we always seem to commit to improving our physical wellbeing rather than our financial wellbeing.
Read MoreMerry Christmas! Here’s to a prosperous 2018!
With the festive season upon us we'd like to take a moment to thank you all for a fantastic 2017!
Read MoreGoing guarantor on a family member’s loan? Read this first
Saying no to family is always difficult. But if a family member or friend asks you to become a loan guarantor, it…
Read MoreBitcoin: boom or bubble?
Ask 10 different financial experts about the future of Bitcoin, and you'll get 10 different answers. Here's the good, the bad and…
Read MoreWho wants to be a billionaire? How five of Australia’s richest did it
Sure, it's extremely unlikely any of us will ever actually become billionaires ourselves. But it never hurts to learn a little from…
Read MorePrenup. Do you need to get one?
Rings? Check. Dress? Check. Prenup…? We make the case for and against this most maligned of agreements.
Read MoreHome loans: should I fix the rate or not?
Pets, leaking taps, home loans. They've all got one thing in common: should they be fixed or not?
Read MoreBlockchain, Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies: What you need to know
Blockchain. Bitcoin. Cryptocurrencies. You've probably heard these words popping up more and more often around your office water-cooler, but what do they…
Read MoreIs your coffee habit adding years to your mortgage?
It’s smooth, it’s delectable, and it might just be adding years to your mortgage. The culprit? Your daily cup of joe.
Read MoreCould an offset account wipe years off your mortgage?
Terrified by the size of your mortgage? An offset account could help you save on repayments and allow you to become debt-free…
Read MoreInterest-only loan numbers plummet, but rest assured the option still exists
A regulatory crackdown on interest-only loans has been much more effective than many anticipated, but rest assured the option is still within…
Read MoreFloating the idea of refinancing your home loan?
When it comes to refinancing your home loan, it's a case of reward vs risk. Let us step you through some of…
Read MoreWhy it might be time to consider a principal-and-interest home loan
Australians have gravitated towards the benefits of interest-only home loans in high numbers in years gone by. But a raft of changes…
Read MoreWho wants to be a billionaire? How five of Australia’s richest did it
Sure, it's extremely unlikely any of us will ever actually become billionaires ourselves. But it never hurts to learn a little from…
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