Go Solar and Save
Household electricity prices have increased by more than 110% in the past five years and are expected to continue to rise. As a result, many Aussies are looking for ways to save on those dreaded bills. One answer is to ‘go solar’.
How Parents can Help Their Kids Enter the Property Market
The challenge of home ownership for young Australians is an enormous issue. However the consequences for parents are just as concerning.
Maintaining Your Lifestyle in Illness
Illness can affect anyone at any time, yet most of us never really consider the financial impact of getting sick.
Using Home Equity Wisely
Over the last four years the number of investment property loans in Australia has grown by 37% compared to an increase of only 4% in the number of owner occupied loans.
The Challenges of Home Ownership in Australia
While various levels of government continue to provide incentives for first home buyers, these incentives have been reducing over time and are largely now limited to ‘off the plan’ or new home purchases. Many first home owners have therefore had to look for alternatives.
Taking Control of Your Finances
In today’s market there appears to be an abundance of credit available with banks continuously making offers to customers for new credit cards with pre-approved limits or allowing you to simply ‘tick a box’ to increase your credit card’s limit.