Lifestyle
10 Tips to Cut Down on Household Energy Consumption
18 May
As a homeowner, you’re likely aware of the increasing costs associated with household energy consumption. This is why cutting down on energy use can mean big savings. In addition to the financial benefits, reducing electricity use can help to...[Read More]
Striking a Balance: How to Achieve Financial Independence and Enjoy It Too
18 May
Striving for financial independence is an important goal for many people, as it helps them focus and create concrete plans for their desired outcomes. However, what happens after you achieve financial independence or FI? Some actually find it...[Read More]
Wellbeing — What It Is and How to Achieve It
11 May
When people come across the term wellbeing, they usually associate it with physical health. However, wellbeing also encompasses other aspects of a person, namely their mental, social and spiritual health. The reason wellbeing is so important is that...[Read More]
Home improvement: What you need to know
11 May
Embarking on a home improvement can be an exciting and rewarding process. It can transform your living space and increase the value of your property. With so many informative videos and other great resources online, there’s a thriving culture...[Read More]
Energy bill rebate for households and small business
10 May
ENERGY BILL RELIEF Who is eligible: * Pensioners, veterans, seniors and other concession card holders. * Recipients of the carer allowance and family tax benefit. * People in existing state and territory electricity concession schemes. In NSW: *...[Read More]
3 Tips to Future-Proof Your Family Finances
4 May
If there’s anything people learned from the recessions and global crises of recent past, it’s that no one is immune to economic upheavals. Even middle to upper-class families are at the mercy of their finances when misfortune strikes. This can...[Read More]
5 Budget-Friendly Home Renovation Ideas
4 May
Inspired to initiate home updates after watching some of the best home renovation shows on television and streaming sites? We can’t really fault you for getting all worked up, as there’s nothing quite as exciting as embarking on a home...[Read More]
Budget to plug billions into grid-scale energy storage
3 May
The federal budget will unlock at least $10 billion of new investment in renewable power projects, with states already lining up for the funding. Energy Minister Chris Bowen confirmed on Wednesday the government’s commitment to a capacity...[Read More]
Top 6 Tips for Healthy Relationships
27 April
Whether it’s with family members, friends, co-workers or a romantic partner, maintaining healthy relationships is crucial to one’s happiness and personal growth. Moreover, social connections affect one’s health and ability to manage...[Read More]
Researchers find new clues on potential cause of OCD
19 April
Researchers are a step closer to solving one of the great mysteries of the human brain and identifying what causes the obsessive-compulsive disorder. The discovery could be a vital clue to develop targeted and effective treatments for a debilitating...[Read More]
The Evolving Concept of Wealth in Contemporary Australia
13 April
Back in the 1960s, owning a home was synonymous with being wealthy because of the prevailing socio-economic context, including high homeownership rates, early marriage and family formation, shorter life expectancy, and memories of the Great...[Read More]
Ways to save money around the home during times of rising interest rates
13 April
With interest rates rising almost everywhere, including Australia and the United Kingdom, people have begun tightening their purse strings as best they can. However, decreasing spending to ensure your expenses match your reduced budget could mean...[Read More]
Time to find out your ‘real age’, researchers say
12 April
Australians could be older than they think. Researchers say they can measure the biological age of a person’s brain and organs, challenging the belief that age is determined by your date of birth. And it’s good news for those who might show...[Read More]
Want a comfortable retirement? Here’s what you need to do…
6 April
Retirement always seems to be far away; until it isn’t. Many retirees realise too late that they are running out of money much sooner than expected. Therefore, Australians planning for retirement need to reconsider their assumptions regarding how...[Read More]
The Importance of Early Estate Planning
6 April
Estate planning is an essential yet often overlooked aspect of financial planning. For many Australians, it is seen as something to be dealt with later in life, if at all. However, estate planning should begin as early as possible to ensure a smooth...[Read More]