Financial planning isn’t just about retirement
Robert Greig
Jun 04, 2019
In life there are plenty of ‘old wives tales’ that you’ll hear about. One we often come across is around financial planning: More specifically, that financial planning is only for…
How your data can be used to save you time and money
Andrew Dunbar
May 21, 2019
It seems that in almost every customer service interaction today, online or in person, we are asked to sign up to a loyalty program, often with the incentive of an…
Risky living: How to make sure a lifestyle purchase doesn’t sink your finances
Andrew Dunbar
Apr 15, 2019
We all love a luxury purchase. In affluent countries like ours, there are plenty of people that find exotic ways to spend their money on living the lifestyle they want….
Going Cashless: Is this the end of the banknote?
Andrew Dunbar
Apr 09, 2019
Australians are using less and less ‘real money’ in every facet of life; from the supermarket checkout to public transport and even the church collection plate. And while cashless payment…
How to make sure the weak Aussie Dollar doesn’t ruin your next vacation
Robert Greig
Apr 02, 2019
Australians love to travel. Whether it is the trip of a lifetime, a gap year in Europe, or a quick trip to Asia to soak up some sun, it seems…
9 Tips for Healthy Financial Habits
Andrew Dunbar
Feb 20, 2019
Here are our tips for creating healthy financial habits that won’t see you giving up everything you enjoy!
How will the Royal Commission findings impact you?
Andrew Dunbar
Feb 14, 2019
The Royal Commission into Misconduct in the Banking, Superannuation and Financial Services Industry handed down its report on 4th February, and while there was much speculation about tighter lending criteria that…
Keep your financial New Year’s resolutions on track with these tips
Andrew Dunbar
Jan 09, 2019
With 2019 already underway, many of us are thinking about how we are going to achieve our New Year’s resolutions. For many people, saving more money tops the list. If…
The cost of raising children in Australia
Andrew Dunbar
Dec 12, 2018
Whether you are thinking of starting a family, already have a baby on the way, or are in the throes of parenthood, just thinking about how much children cost to…
Working longer: How our spending habits are changing
Andrew Dunbar
Dec 04, 2018
As we attempt to live happier, healthier, and ultimately, longer lives, one area that is often in the media is how our working lives need to adjust. It raises some interesting questions: If we’re living longer, how are our finances being impacted? And is it changing our overall spending habits in the years before retirement?
How to avoid over spending this Christmas
Andrew Dunbar
Nov 27, 2018
According to research from FINDER.COM Australians are set to spend $25 billion collectively on Christmas this year. This equates to $1,325 per person. With this much money being spent over…
