
Smart cities: How we live will change in the future
Andrew Dunbar
Oct 31, 2018
I recently read a report that I found interesting in terms of our future. This report, from McKinsey, outlined the future of our cities. It piqued my interest enough that I took a further look, and found a stat that made me take notice: By 2050, it’s predicted that 75% of the world’s population will live in a city. That’s a huge population shift.

Technology and productivity: Is one killing the other?
Andrew Dunbar
Oct 22, 2018
I recently read an article from the World Economic Forum, with the main theme being along the following lines: Is technology driving productivity, or is it actually stopping work? The case was made that technology, particularly in the office context, is not actually increasing productivity but is, in fact, an inhibitor to working effectively.

Protect yourself: Scams are on the rise
Andrew Dunbar
Oct 16, 2018
It’s a sad reality today that many Australians are targeted by financial scams. It’s something that is often in the headlines and we hear countless warnings to be aware that unscrupulous people could be after our hard-earned money.

The next technology revolution could be a game changer
Andrew Dunbar
Oct 03, 2018
Technology has the power to change our lives, often rapidly. We live in an age where it is already revolutionising the way we live in so many ways: Think about artificial intelligence (AI), augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), the Internet of Things (IoT)…all of these terms have become commonplace.

Supporting the community is a value we can all share
Andrew Dunbar
Sep 25, 2018
In business, it’s important to remember that we have the ability to support more than just our clients and our employees. We’re in a fortunate position, something I’m thankful for every day.

The bots are coming…so what does it mean for you?
Andrew Dunbar
Aug 22, 2018
For the vast majority of us, interacting with the Internet is a daily part of our lives. Whether it’s checking investment performance, reading the latest news, or making an online purchase, it’s a core part of our day.

Getting married debt-free
Andrew Dunbar
Aug 14, 2018
Getting married is an exciting time in your life. Now that you’ve found your partner for life and you’re engaged, it’s time to start planning the wedding. For many newly…

YOLO spending habits of Gen Y: Can you have your cake and eat it too?
Andrew Dunbar
Aug 08, 2018
If there’s one generation today that is discussed at length, it’s Generation Y, more commonly known as ‘Millennials’. It’s a generation that has been thoroughly reviewed by the media and academia alike, with numerous theories around the opportunities and challenges facing this generation.

Refresh your finances this financial year
Andrew Dunbar
Jul 31, 2018
When it comes to money, it is always worthwhile to make time to refresh your finances. Whether it is reviewing your goals, consolidating your super or reassessing your insurances, the start of the financial year provides the perfect time to get your finances sorted.

How virtual and augmented reality will change our lives
Andrew Dunbar
Jul 17, 2018
The terms ‘virtual reality’ (VR) and ‘augmented reality’ (AR) are technology terms that leave many intrigued. What started out as a bit of a gimmick for gamers around the world has taken on a very real significance in recent times. As technology platforms, they have the potential to change the way we live in many ways.

The cost of childcare: Does it stack up?
Andrew Dunbar
Jun 28, 2018
In terms of your household spend, it’s one of the most contentious charges we see today: The cost of childcare for Australian working families.

State Budgets: NSW and VIC show that there are some future financial wins
James McGregor
Jun 22, 2018
It’s been an interesting time in Australia as we look at the future of our economy. Taking aside the different political sides of the argument, there have been some interesting developments in our two major states with recent budget announcements.