Tag Archive for: money

5 Ways to Strengthen Your Family Finances

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By: Alex Cook

If we’re honest, most people struggle with money at some point in their life, whether it’s learning the basics, getting ahead, saving for retirement, avoiding or getting out of debt and even spiritual challenges such as wrongly getting our identity from what we own. Read more

Your Community’s Best Budgeting and Money Saving Tips

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By: Georgia Free

The cost of living is skyrocketing, so we asked around in the community for ways to save a few dollars. Here are YOUR best budgeting and money-saving tips (save this article for a rainy day!). Read more

Home Loans and Rate Hike Pain: “It Will Rise For Some Time”

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By: Michael Crooks

For the first time in 11 years, interest rates increased. Last week, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) pushed the cash rate up by 25 basis points to 35 basis points. This means that most home loans will rise by .25 per cent per year.
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The Metaverse Will Mean More to Gen Alpha Than Any Other Generation

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By: McCrindle

Mark Zuckerberg recently announced the arrival of ‘Meta’ – a parent company that will house the stable of products and companies owned by the tech giant to allow autonomy between each product under a larger, purposeful banner. Read more

Consumer Expectations When Transitioning to a Cashless Society

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By: McCrindle

Almost every Australian household is exposed to and/or utilises some form of technology. Technology in the form of digital payments and the ease it has brought to everyday life continues to empower Australians in their purchasing decisions. Read more

“Teach Them Early”: An Expert’s Guide to Kids and Money

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By: Michael Crooks

Growing up in Gunnedah, NSW, Vanessa Stoykov was taught you had to work hard for your money. Read more

The Six Biggest Money Challenges Faced by Women

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By: Ally Barnes

Helen Baker is a financial planner and the founder of On Your Two Feet. She has just released The Essential Guide to Financial Independence for all Women because “women often react, but they need to plan”. Read more

The #1 Money Regret Most Australians Have About Their Finances

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By: McCrindle

The topic of financial health is one that many Australians put off for another day. So much so that the number one financial regret of Australians is not prioritising their financial health earlier in life. Read more

Cashing In: What Blockchain Will Mean For Our Dollars and Cents

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By: Michael McQueen

Blockchain has steadily grown in popularity over the last couple of years. Bitcoin’s value soared over 70% in 2020 and is projected to reach a price of US$66,000 by the end of this year. With low transaction fees, limited institutional involvement, and ease of use, blockchain presents an attractive opportunity for spenders across the world. But what will this new currency mean for the future of our notes and coins? Read more