Money Saving Tips

How I lost 30kg while saving for and buying a home

When I put down my deposit on an apartment at Sydney Olympic Park two years ago, it was a step towards owning my very first home. What I hadn’t counted on was that gaining a home would lead to me losing nearly 30kg.

By Francis Floresca ● August 28, 2019

Family time tops Dad’s wishlist this Father’s Day

Struggling to pick out a gift for Father’s Day? Don’t fret – new research has revealed nine in ten Aussie Dads put a family experience at the top of their wishlist this Father’s Day.

By Alex Brewster ● August 28, 2019

Nearly half of Australians want financial advice: ASIC

Research by ASIC has revealed the attitudes of Australians towards financial advisers, with 41% of Australians revealing they intend to get personal financial advice in the near future.

By William Jolly ● August 26, 2019

Nearly half of Australians have heard of superannuation reforms, research finds

Just over a month since the Australian Government implemented its Protecting Your Super (PYS) reform package, new research by MLC Life Insurance shows that nearly half of Australian super fund members have heard of the reform.

By Emma Duffy ● August 26, 2019

How much should you spend on rent?

For most of us, renting is a rite of passage when you move out of home. On one hand, you’re stoked to be a fully-fledged adult with your own place. On the other hand, you feel like crying when you see the amount of money being drained from your bank account every week.

By Emma Duffy ● August 23, 2019

Aussies paying $30 a month for video streaming services

Australians have an average monthly budget of $30 to cover all their video streaming needs, and that number could be set to rise. But at what cost?

By William Jolly ● August 23, 2019

Energy-efficient tips for your home

Think your energy bill is too high? You’re not crazy for thinking so. In fact, you’re in the majority…

By William Jolly ● August 15, 2019

How much does the average Australian save?

Want to know how your rate of savings stacks up against the average Australian? Wonder no more.

By William Jolly ● August 06, 2019

Is private health insurance worth it?

With record numbers of young Australians ditching private health insurance as costs climb, is private health insurance worth having?

By Emma Duffy ● August 02, 2019

How to save up for a house deposit

So you’ve decided to become a homeowner. No more grubby share houses, disagreements with the landlord, tolerating your housemates’ mess or their questionable design choices. Congratulations!

By Emma Duffy ● July 23, 2019

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