One fact of life is certain, we don’t stay young forever. As we grow older, everyday tasks can become tiresome; we suffer inevitable aches and pains and often have difficulty remembering things. But the ageing process should be seen as a privilege. We have retirement to look forward to, access to good healthcare and the […]
To help reduce credit card balances, many people turn to balance transfer credit cards. While these cards can help you reduce your debt, they do catch people out from time to time. In this article, we’ll flag some common pitfalls and discuss the right way to use these cards. The pitfalls First things first: let’s […]
Tradies are made of pretty tough stuff, but like the rest of us, they’re only human. Here we pinpoint the main risks they face and how they could protect themselves. While tradies make up less than one-third (30%) of Australia’s workforce, they represent over half (58%) of serious claims for workers’ compensation, according to Safe […]
The chilly winter months mean families are set to spend more time together indoors – here are a few ideas to keep the kids busy and entertained. For many families, the arrival of winter can be a stressful experience. The cold, wet weather means less time playing footy in the garden and more time together […]
One in 10 Australians are supplementing their income. Erika Munoz and Lucerito Farrell from Sydney’s Rozelle are among the millions of Australians turning to the sharing economy to earn extra income. The half-sisters have a pet-sitting business, Petsisttars that is bringing in about $1200 a month. Munoz, 32, works full-time in software sales, while Farrell, […]
Too cold. Too dark. Too damp. Well, at least that’s how you might justify not exercising as winter creeps in. Here are some fun, low intensity ideas to keep fit. When you’re lacking motivation it’s easy to think of a million different excuses not to exercise. Especially once the days get shorter and colder. However, […]
Don’t be discouraged. Sure, tightened lending means home loans are becoming harder for some to get, but it’s not all bad news. That’s because there’s also reduced competition from investors, housing prices are falling, and clearance rates are too, making it much more of a buyer’s market than in years gone by. So let’s take […]
It’s official, a de-cluttering spree is sweeping the country, and Aussies are favouring a minimalist look over homes packed with possessions. This gives us an opportunity, to turn our culled items into cash. While the organising, agonising and piling can take time, selling your things can take no time at all! Garage sales and lemonade […]
The end-of-financial-year period isn’t really a time most people relish, but it does offer an excellent opportunity to review your finances and possibly free up funds for more important and enjoyable pursuits. Below we’ll show you, in five easy steps, how to streamline the income tax return process and possibly free up funds for the […]
Did you hear that the flu vaccine makes you sick? Or that it weakens your immune system? Sorry to say – you heard wrong. In the lead up to winter there’s a lot of chatter about whether or not it’s worth getting the flu vaccination. But rather than basing your decision on a misinformed comment, […]
