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The cost of raising children in Australia

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 raise can be overwhelming. Children have an impact on almost all parts of your life, especially your finances. From working out parental leave and adjusting […]

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Working longer: How our spending habits are changing

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?

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How to avoid over spending this Christmas

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 one month of the year, it’s no surprise that many Australians start the New Year in debt. Here are some tips to help you stay […]

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Thanks for your support!

Recently we shared that I, alongside a number of my Apt colleagues, would be running in the Melbourne Marathon to raise funds for Lungitude. I am thrilled to share with you that this event raised over $20,000!

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Financial stress: It doesn’t just affect your wallet

Most of us will face financial stress at some point in our lives. There is a multitude of reasons why money worries might happen, from a life-changing event such as divorce, through to general cost of living pressures. It’s a situation that can really impact anyone: You don’t need to be rich or poor to […]

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For US citizens calling Australia home- navigating tax can be a challenge

Australia has always been a popular place for US citizens to call home. Whether it be for career opportunities, following loved ones, or a change in lifestyle, thousands of US citizens have been packing up their belongings and moving to the land Downunder. According to the 2016 census, almost 90,000 US-born individuals now call Australia […]

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Is your financial future protected?

When planning finances and how to achieve financial independence, one of the biggest mistakes Australians make is assuming that they will have a healthy income over the course of their working life. But life is unpredictable, so what happens when injury or illness gets in the way?

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