Do you find it odd that in wealthy countries such as Australia there are people who are still poor? Several experts have come up with different research results and reasons for such disparity between the poor and the rich. Some people would argue that this is due...
Young adults often have the ‘travel bug’ and want to see the world (and get as far away from parents as possible!). But there is the perception that the money spent on that ‘travel bug’ can stop you from owning your own home. Young adults know the...
Who doesn't like free stuff? Especially if the free stuff can help you save, manage or make money? Chris Carlin, founder and financial planner of Master Your Money Now gives you his favourite money master tools you can use to help you take control of your...
Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Looking forward to sharing more ideas with you to take control of your finances in 2019! [embed]https://youtu.be/lOwGWAgqsVA[/embed] If you like this video, make sure you share it with your friends, family and work colleagues who...
Personal insurance is not a one-size-fits-all thing - there are different packages for you and your family that will match different situations in your life. It is likely that you have once checked some insurance policies and providers when you want to get life insurance. In...
5-Year Old Johnny Screaming In Crowded Shopping Centre Just Before Christmas: But Mummy, I want this toy! Stressed Out Mother: No Johnny, you already have so many other toys at home! Johnny: Mummy, I NEED this toy! Mother: No! You do not NEED this toy! Johnny (chucks a massive...
Someone asked us whether they should pay off their HELP/HECS debt early or not? In this weeks Whiteboard Wednesday, director and financial planner Chris Carlin discusses the advantages and disadvantages of paying down your HELP/HECS debt. [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KWn7Q0lruF0[/embed] If you like this video, make sure you share it with...
Do you have money sitting in your bank account earning diddy squat? Want to make your money work harder and you work smarter, not the other way around? How do you decide the best investment plan that will grow your money into wealth for you? There are many...
The concept of having an Online Financial Planner is a relatively new concept. It is a model that is successful in the United States, but in Australia, we still prefer the face to face contact. Gen X and Gen Y are used to dealing with people online....
“Give me a home among the gumtrees With lots of plum trees A sheep or two, and a kangaroo A clothesline out the back Verandah out the front And an old rocking chair” Home Among The Gum Trees - John Williamson The Australian mindset has moved a long way since John Williamson...