What are the 3 biggest living expenses for households?
We check out the three largest contributors to household spending in Australia and where people would source additional cash if living expenses rose. If you worked a full-time job in…
Our top 10 lifestyle costs
Six out of the top 10 categories relate to just two things. Can you guess what they are, and could you be cutting back? As a nation, Aussies aged 18…
Spread your money, reduce risk
Six out of ten Australians own investments outside of the family home and super. That’s good news. The only problem is that many people are still putting all their eggs…
How to create realistic goals… and stick to them
Whether it’s finances or fitness, spending time on setting your goals can reap rewards. When it comes to the big things in life we all have our goals. Getting promoted…
Dealing with being asset rich and cash poor
Reverse mortgages could be one way to help with living expenses, but they may also erode any equity you have in your home over time. Given longer life expectancies, the…
3 New Year’s resolutions that will save you money
The beginning of a new year is the perfect time to reassess your goals and set yourself up for financial success. Many common New Year’s resolutions require us to spend…
Make Australia save again
Are you one of the 20 per cent of Australians with less than $250 in their savings account?i Recent research from AMP Bank has found that one in five Australians…
Gifting and financial generosity during coronavirus
Are you thinking of giving or lending money to adult children (or other family members) who are in financial hardship? Parents are often called on to help during times of…
How to review your direct debits and save
Direct debits can be extremely convenient and even save you money. But they can become costly – and may even send you into debt – when you lose track of…
