Money
Financial Stability: The Key to the Ideal Retirement
27 April
Retirement is a time to sit back and enjoy the fruits of a lifetime of hard work. However, retiring without adequate financial resources can be a recipe for disaster. Financial stability is crucial if you want a comfortable and fulfilling...[Read More]
The most common financial mistakes
20 April
Itâs easy to make mistakes with money, especially if youâre unaware of how dire the consequences of your actions could be. Here, weâll look at some of the most common financial mistakes people commit that frequently result in severe financial...[Read More]
Business activity recovers to pre-COVID levels
19 April
Australian businesses have so far proven resilient to high inflation and interest rates, with business activity returning to pre-COVID levels. CreditorWatchâs monthly business risk report shows several indicators of business activity rebounding to...[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]
Economic benefit going to rich âinequality on steroidsâ
12 April
A disparity between how much of the economic benefits the vast majority of Australians get compared to the top end of town has been described as âinequality on steroidsâ. A new report shows 90 per cent of Australians received just seven per cent...[Read More]
5 Key considerations when investing in commercial property
6 April
Unlike buying residential real estate, investing in commercial property is generally viewed as the territory of more seasoned, wealthy investors. However, as long as youâre willing to learn and put in the work, thereâs no reason you canât...[Read More]
Want a comfortable retirement? Hereâs what you need to doâŚ
6 April
Retirement always seems to be far away; until it isnât. 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]
Spending slows as households start to shut up shop
29 March
A tepid lift in retail sales suggests squeezed household budgets are keeping shoppers away from big-ticket items but consumers arenât fully boycotting the shops just yet. Official retail sales rose a modest 0.2 per cent in February in line with...[Read More]
Study shines light on depth of poverty in Australia
22 March
Renters, single parents, women, students, the unemployed and people with a disability are the Australians most at risk of poverty, a new study has found. The Australian Council of Social Service (ACOSS) partnered with the University of NSW to...[Read More]
Overcome the Deposit Barrier With These 6 Tips
16 March
In Australia, the deposit barrier is a significant challenge for many people who wish to buy their own homes. Saving up for a deposit can be a daunting task, especially for first-time homebuyers. The good news is that there are various...[Read More]
The Lipstick and Beer index
9 March
Traditional indicators such as GDP, unemployment rates, and inflation indicators are used to measure the health and performance of an economy. These are commonly used by economists and policymakers in gauging a countryâs economic growth and...[Read More]
Achieving Your Big Picture With Your Finances
2 March
Even as children, people create this big picture in their minds â a reflection of how they envision their life to be. Whether your big picture is similar to whatâs called the Australian Dream (home ownership as the key to a better life) or...[Read More]
5 Ways to Build Up and Protect Your Finances
2 March
People strive hard to accomplish a variety of goals during their lifetime, although thereâs nothing more significant than being able to spend quality time in the company of family, friends and loved ones. Indeed, investing in relationships gives...[Read More]
Work from home can be for everyone
15 February
One of the few important things the pandemic has taught everyone is that itâs possible to be productive and earn a living from home. In fact, some companies have seen the benefits of remote working options and continue to offer them as part of...[Read More]
Achieving a feeling of pride in retirement
2 February
Are you the employee who eagerly waits for retirement day or one who fears it because they are not prepared? While there is no blueprint for a happy retirement, some actions can help increase the chances of having an enjoyable life after...[Read More]