It is one of the most common investment questions in Australia: should you choose property or shares? The honest answer is not the most exciting one. When comparing investing in property vs shares, the best choice isn’t always the one…
There are various different types of investments available in Australia, but no single option suits everyone. The right mix of investments depends on your financial goals, time horizon, need for cash access, and comfort with risk. In most cases, strong…
When I turned 21, I didn’t have a wealth strategy. Like most young people, I had a part-time job, a few savings in the bank, and not much else. But my daughters—currently just 5 and 2 years old—are already on…
Starting out in your financial life can feel overwhelming — whether you’ve just landed your first full-time job, are moving out of home, or are starting to save for bigger goals like travel or buying a home. The truth is,…
Everyone wants to get rich - the problem with getting rich isn't WHEN but HOW to get rich, a factor that has given birth to thousands of ill-fated Ponzi and other 'Get Rich Quick' schemes. The reality is that there’s…
The question of whether to rent or buy a house haunts many potential first home buyers. Homeownership is engrained in the Australian psyche as the “Great Australian Dream”. On the other hand, renting is linked to negative slogans like “rent…
Mary Poppins Returns, although merely a shadow of the original film, has many financial life lessons that apply today – the importance of personal protection, estate planning, compound interest and investing for the future. (SPOILER ALERT) Michael’s Wife (Personal Protection)…
Investment mogul and guru, Warren Buffett is reputed to read 500 pages a day. He says that knowledge builds up like compound interest. Indeed, reading is one interest that top business figures have in common. The books open you up…