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Budget

  • $1000 Gold Coin Challenge

    ee Who doesn’t like the idea of an extra $1000 in 50 weeks? I’ve come up with a saving challenge that I think is achievable and realistic for most people […]

  • 10 Tips for Financial Flourishing
  • 11 Ways to Start Saving

    Are you saving? A lot of us are looking for ways to save, but finding ourselves short on time. Honestly though this doesn’t have to be a roadblock. This article […]

  • 2017 YOUR year of freedom!

      A substantial portion of the population is in debt right now, every day of the year. It’s one of the most popular goals and resolutions, to get out of […]

  • 5 Steps to Doing a Budget Right

      Five Steps to doing a budget right Budgeting is the recipe for financial success, to know what you owe and when you owe it, and to keep track of […]

  • Are You Getting The Best Deal?

    Are you getting the best deal that you can be getting? We all have expenses that regularly occur, and we tend to like to stick with the deals that we […]

  • Be Prepared For Those Bills

    Scheduling bill payment Every one has bills, from utilities to monthly internet bills and phone bills, they come monthly and they all have separate due dates. A lot of people […]

  • Budgeting For Your Child’s Education

    Budgeting for education Children are expensive, no parent doubts it, and one of the biggest costs of childhood comes in the form of education. Budgeting for education depends a lot […]

  • Can We Live Off One Income?

    Determining whether you can afford to live off of one income Whether you’re pregnant, on maternity leave, or just contemplating starting a family, chances are you’ve considered the idea of […]

  • Change Your Finances in 30 Days

      A lot of people in the financial community have begun discussing the recent 30 day method as a way to control impulse spending. The basic idea is very simple […]

  • Christmas Savings

    The holiday savings account Saving is always most effective when it’s for a cause, and one extremely popular cause is Christmas. Christmas comes for all, the rich and the poor, […]

  • Developing a budget

        Budgets. A lot of us know we need them, but even the sight of the word is enough to freak some people right out. The truth of the […]

  • Ditching the Debt

      Decreasing your debt A lot of people make new years resolutions with fitness goals in mind. From dropping a few kilos to starting to get back into jogging, fitness […]

  • Do You Need a Financial Diet?
  • Easy Saving Tips

    Minimal Effort Saving Saving is tough for the strongest of people, let alone people like me (who seem to have the willpower of jelly at times). That being said, I […]

  • Financial Self Care

      Self-care has become an increasingly popular term for the things we do to ensure our personal wellbeing. People apply it to mental health, to friendship support, and many other […]

  • Financial Stress

    Coping with financial stress can reduce the stress you feel in many areas of your life. Financial stress affects the whole family and the sooner it is dealt with, the […]

  • Getting Rich Slowly!

      We’ve all heard of (and likely dreamed up) get rich quick schemes. Winning the lottery, inheriting a fortune, finding a winning contest prize or ticket of our dreams. There […]

  • Have you heard of the 50/30/20 formula?

    The 50/30/20 formula or rule of thumb was written by Elizabeth Warren and her daughter Amelia Warren Tyagi, and published in the book they co-authored, “All Your Worth: The Ultimate […]

  • Live smart, live savvy!
  • Living well within your means – TIPS

      The less you spend, the more you have left. It’s a simple principle, but one many willingly ignore. Here are fifty different ways that you can spend less, to […]

  • Living Within Your Means?

      Living with the ability to save Learning to save is an exercise in the art of learning perspective, and what it means to manage money. You have to not […]

  • Lower Your Electricity Bills

      Keeping Electricity As Cheap as Possible Electricity bills can be a killer at the end of the month, but they don’t have to be. This article is going to […]

  • Make it on 50% or less!

    Once upon a time, there were two full time working individuals.They made good wages, worked hard at their jobs, yet somehow never seemed to have savings. They mostly spent more […]

  • Monthly Savings – What amount is right for your financial situation?

    Saving is a great habit, and one that people have many different approaches to (some healthy, some not). One of the most common questions financial advisers encounter is “how much […]

  • Reducing Your Energy Costs

    Targeting utilities: Energy Utilities are a cost that’s incurred every month, there’s no getting around it. But, are you doing everything that you can to operate your house efficiently, and […]

  • Save For Starting a Family

    Starting a Family Smart Wanting to start a family is completely natural. We all hit that age and begin to want more than just our partners for a family but, […]

  • Save on Heating Your Home

    Lowering your bills: Our focus on heat Monthly utilities are a part of everyday living. Your electricity bill, your heating bill, and your water bill will come whether you paid […]

  • Save With Cash

    The Cash Only Savings Method Plastic cards can make it far too easy for us to spend money that we don’t have, and to barely feel it as we overspend. […]

  • Selecting a Saving Method that Suits You

    Selecting a Saving Method So you want to start saving? That’s fantastic, what method have you chosen? There are several different ways to save, each good for their own personality […]

  • Small change, big difference

    Financial advisers are always coming up with “easy” ways you can save big money – by making massive lifestyle alterations. Some of this advice is great and sound, but it […]

  • So I can’t spend ANYTHING?

    So I can’t spend ANYTHING? There are different types of saving, each with their own advantages and disadvantages. One that can work, but that tends to be more unrealistic than […]

  • Spending less money – ten tricks to get you started

        Looking to save? There’s two ways to find the money to do this. 1) Make more money, or 2) spend less. (or 3, both!) This is common sense, […]

  • Start Saving Now!

    Starting Saving Today Most people will at some point in their lives develop a desire (if not a need) to save. While often intimidated by whatever the goal may be, […]

  • The 50-20-30 Rule

      A lot of people out there are trying to figure out how to get ahead right now, and there’s a lot of financial advice out there for anybody looking. […]

  • The Bills Are Coming!

    Don’t let bills be your surprise of the month Households across the nation are being widely infected with a terrible sickness, a sickness that can only come from pure and […]

  • Top Five Tips For Money Saving Success

      Most people are not natural savers. It seems to be a lot easier to spend, and most people are quite good at naturally throwing away most of their paycheck. […]

  • Track Your Spending

      Tracking spending – the old fashioned way Have a savings goal? Having trouble tracking why you haven’t yet reached it? Consider a savings journal. I’m not a journaler by […]

  • What do you actually have to spend per day?

    What do you actually have to spend per day? Budgeting is about more than accounting for the big expenses. It’s about anticipating your desires for daily coffee, about figuring out […]

  • What Would You Do With An Extra $2000

      If you had or have an extra $2000 then there are a few ways you could use it to your advantage. What would you do with an extra $2000? […]

  • Who Do You Pay First?

    Financial experts of all walks of life have agreed, you should be paying yourself first every time your pay check comes in. Don’t know what this means? I didn’t either. […]

Health

  • A Fresh Start – Every Day

        “Each morning we are born again. What we do today is what matters most.” ~ Buddha Every year, January brings renewed optimism for change, for a better life, […]

  • A Happier You Tip

        It’s simply this: enjoy the habit. That might seem obvious to some of you, but you’d be surprised how many people try to force themselves to do things […]

  • Aging at Home

      Aging is a natural part of life, but so is the desire for independence. Seniors tend to experience a mix of both, wanting to stay in their own homes […]

  • Are You Coping?

    The work/life balance can get out of hand quickly, sometimes without you even realising it. Don’t despair though, there are ways and steps to take that can get you on […]

  • Better Coffee for life Organo Gold

    Do you enjoy a good coffee? Maybe a green tea is more your thing, possibly an occasional hot chocolate? Well we have a business which covers all those delicious drinks […]

  • Curing Gout

      Gout is something that torments a significant portion of our population, but it can be treated. This article is going to overview a little bit about what causes gout, […]

  • Dealing with Mild Eczema, Naturally

    Eczema is a general term for rash-like skin conditions. The most common type of eczema is called atopic dermatitis, which is an allergic reaction. Eczema is often very itchy and […]

  • Eco-Friendly Skin Care with a Homemade Twist

    Natural skin care can easily be overlooked in an eco-friendly lifestyle but when you consider how many chemicals and preservatives are used in commercial skin care products then perhaps you […]

  • Financial Stress

    Coping with financial stress can reduce the stress you feel in many areas of your life. Financial stress affects the whole family and the sooner it is dealt with, the […]

  • Gratitude: The answer to frustration

      Are you finding yourself frustrated a lot? Your kids, your home, your job, your technology… none of it seems to be going your way? There may be something you […]

  • Hand Sanitiser

      1- cup Aloe Vera gel (or you can make your own) 1- teaspoon Isocol (Isopropyl Alcohol) 2- teaspoons vegetable glycerin 8-10- drops tea tree essential oil or lavender essential […]

  • Homemade Cough Syrup

      Ingredients 1½ cups pure honey ½ cup extra virgin olive oil 1-5  lemons, juiced (the more the better) Instructions Add honey, olive oil and lemon juice to a small […]

  • Homemade Ice Pack

      2  cups of water 1/3 cup (80%) alcohol- rubbing alcohol or vodka, etc. Zipper- top plastic bag Combine water and alcohol in a zip lock bag. Seal top and […]

  • Is anxiety leading you to keep things you shouldn’t?

      We all get into having a bit too much stuff every now and then. It’s natural. But for some of us, hanging on to things and becoming attached to […]

  • Keeping Your Aging Parents Safe

      As you move further into adulthood, a remarkable thing happens, your parents do too. And as your parents age, it’s important to balance their desire for independence with your […]

  • Looking After Your Skin As You Age – Naturally

    Without a doubt the over 50’s are far healthier, happier and more body conscious than previous generations of the same age. This ‘vanity’ has proven to be beneficial in that […]

  • Miracle Ailment Tonic

        This remedy has been around for ages and it is still one of the best anywhere in the world. It has amazing anti-viral, anti-fungal, anti-bacterial and anti-parasitic qualities […]

  • Natural Foot Care for Diabetics

    It’s very important for diabetics to keep their feet in healthy condition. Because of the disease damage can be caused to blood vessels and nerves and then circulation can be […]

  • Nighttime Cold Remedy

      This remedy will help you sleep soundly when you have a cold. Juice of 1 lemon 1/4 cup maple syrup 1/4 cup hot water 2-tablespoons brandy Mix lemon juice […]

  • Saving on Health

    When you’re looking to cut down on expenses, every little bit helps. From skipping that second coffee of the day to assessing current insurance coverage and holding garage sales, there’s […]

  • Shea Butter – All it’s Cracked up to be?

    It seems so. Shea butter has been used in Africa for centuries with outstanding results for skin benefits. In fact, it is believed that Cleopatra and the Queen of Sheba […]

  • Spicy Cough Syrup

      2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (preferably Bragg’s, if available) 2 tablespoons honey (raw honey is best, if available) 2 tablespoons water 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger […]

  • Ten Ways to Simplify Your Life

    Save

  • The Cheapest Shampoo and Conditioner

        These recipes have been around virtually since bicarbonate of soda was discovered! They really do work but they do take time for your hair and scalp to get […]

  • The power of smell, a guide to aromatherapy

      Aromatherapy has been gaining a lot of popularity in recent years, and for good reason. Did you know that scents have the power to effect your mood? That’s right, […]

  • The Safety Net

    Healthcare costs can really add up when you have more than one prescription. Many people don’t realise until it’s too late how much a family’s worth of prescriptions can add […]

  • Tooth Soap Recipe

        Yep, you read that right, Tooth SOAP! Many parts of the world use soap as a teeth cleaner and you might have noticed that people from some of […]

  • Turmeric Golden Honey – The Strongest Natural Antibiotic

      Many of you have had experience using turmeric as a spice, someone for preparation of the widely known Golden Milk and the other recognized it only as a strong […]

  • Wet Sock Treatment

      Okay it sounds weird, but give it a try before you make fun of it…When we get sick around here one of the first things we give a try […]

  • You really do have all you need

      Read the phrase above. Think about how happy you’d be if you actually embraced the idea. Now think about your life. If you’re sitting on a computer, with an […]

Health

  • Financial Stress

    Coping with financial stress can reduce the stress you feel in many areas of your life. Financial stress affects the whole family and the sooner it is dealt with, the […]

  • Are You Coping?

    The work/life balance can get out of hand quickly, sometimes without you even realising it. Don’t despair though, there are ways and steps to take that can get you on […]

  • Hand Sanitiser

      1- cup Aloe Vera gel (or you can make your own) 1- teaspoon Isocol (Isopropyl Alcohol) 2- teaspoons vegetable glycerin 8-10- drops tea tree essential oil or lavender essential […]

  • Turmeric Golden Honey – The Strongest Natural Antibiotic

      Many of you have had experience using turmeric as a spice, someone for preparation of the widely known Golden Milk and the other recognized it only as a strong […]

  • Homemade Ice Pack

      2  cups of water 1/3 cup (80%) alcohol- rubbing alcohol or vodka, etc. Zipper- top plastic bag Combine water and alcohol in a zip lock bag. Seal top and […]

  • Ten Ways to Simplify Your Life

    Save

  • Homemade Cough Syrup

      Ingredients 1½ cups pure honey ½ cup extra virgin olive oil 1-5  lemons, juiced (the more the better) Instructions Add honey, olive oil and lemon juice to a small […]

  • The Cheapest Shampoo and Conditioner

        These recipes have been around virtually since bicarbonate of soda was discovered! They really do work but they do take time for your hair and scalp to get […]

  • Looking After Your Skin As You Age – Naturally

    Without a doubt the over 50’s are far healthier, happier and more body conscious than previous generations of the same age. This ‘vanity’ has proven to be beneficial in that […]

  • Wet Sock Treatment

      Okay it sounds weird, but give it a try before you make fun of it…When we get sick around here one of the first things we give a try […]

  • Curing Gout

      Gout is something that torments a significant portion of our population, but it can be treated. This article is going to overview a little bit about what causes gout, […]

  • Nighttime Cold Remedy

      This remedy will help you sleep soundly when you have a cold. Juice of 1 lemon 1/4 cup maple syrup 1/4 cup hot water 2-tablespoons brandy Mix lemon juice […]

  • Natural Foot Care for Diabetics

    It’s very important for diabetics to keep their feet in healthy condition. Because of the disease damage can be caused to blood vessels and nerves and then circulation can be […]

  • Aging at Home

      Aging is a natural part of life, but so is the desire for independence. Seniors tend to experience a mix of both, wanting to stay in their own homes […]

  • The Safety Net

    Healthcare costs can really add up when you have more than one prescription. Many people don’t realise until it’s too late how much a family’s worth of prescriptions can add […]

  • Eco-Friendly Skin Care with a Homemade Twist

    Natural skin care can easily be overlooked in an eco-friendly lifestyle but when you consider how many chemicals and preservatives are used in commercial skin care products then perhaps you […]

  • A Happier You Tip

        It’s simply this: enjoy the habit. That might seem obvious to some of you, but you’d be surprised how many people try to force themselves to do things […]

  • The power of smell, a guide to aromatherapy

      Aromatherapy has been gaining a lot of popularity in recent years, and for good reason. Did you know that scents have the power to effect your mood? That’s right, […]

  • Better Coffee for life Organo Gold

    Do you enjoy a good coffee? Maybe a green tea is more your thing, possibly an occasional hot chocolate? Well we have a business which covers all those delicious drinks […]

  • You really do have all you need

      Read the phrase above. Think about how happy you’d be if you actually embraced the idea. Now think about your life. If you’re sitting on a computer, with an […]

  • Shea Butter – All it’s Cracked up to be?

    It seems so. Shea butter has been used in Africa for centuries with outstanding results for skin benefits. In fact, it is believed that Cleopatra and the Queen of Sheba […]

  • Tooth Soap Recipe

        Yep, you read that right, Tooth SOAP! Many parts of the world use soap as a teeth cleaner and you might have noticed that people from some of […]

  • Miracle Ailment Tonic

        This remedy has been around for ages and it is still one of the best anywhere in the world. It has amazing anti-viral, anti-fungal, anti-bacterial and anti-parasitic qualities […]

  • Gratitude: The answer to frustration

      Are you finding yourself frustrated a lot? Your kids, your home, your job, your technology… none of it seems to be going your way? There may be something you […]

  • Dealing with Mild Eczema, Naturally

    Eczema is a general term for rash-like skin conditions. The most common type of eczema is called atopic dermatitis, which is an allergic reaction. Eczema is often very itchy and […]

  • A Fresh Start – Every Day

        “Each morning we are born again. What we do today is what matters most.” ~ Buddha Every year, January brings renewed optimism for change, for a better life, […]

  • Keeping Your Aging Parents Safe

      As you move further into adulthood, a remarkable thing happens, your parents do too. And as your parents age, it’s important to balance their desire for independence with your […]

  • Saving on Health

    When you’re looking to cut down on expenses, every little bit helps. From skipping that second coffee of the day to assessing current insurance coverage and holding garage sales, there’s […]

  • Is anxiety leading you to keep things you shouldn’t?

      We all get into having a bit too much stuff every now and then. It’s natural. But for some of us, hanging on to things and becoming attached to […]

  • Spicy Cough Syrup

      2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (preferably Bragg’s, if available) 2 tablespoons honey (raw honey is best, if available) 2 tablespoons water 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger […]

Saving

  • $1000 Gold Coin Challenge

    ee Who doesn’t like the idea of an extra $1000 in 50 weeks? I’ve come up with a saving challenge that I think is achievable and realistic for most people […]

  • 10 Keys to Financial Success

      Financial success is a common aspiration. There’s nothing quite like knowing that you’re debt free, paying bills on time, and building a savings that contributes to a secure financial […]

  • 10 Tips for Financial Flourishing
  • 20 Easy Ways to Save Money Immediately

      One night a week turn off all the lights in the house and use candles and torches, lanterns. Relaxing and so much fun for the kids! Unplug all of […]

  • 7 Ways Millennials Can Start Saving
  • A good friend, for your finances

      Being a good friend, and what it means for your finances Being financially stable brings a lot of good to life. From having you feel better to ensuring you […]

  • Are You Getting The Best Deal?

    Are you getting the best deal that you can be getting? We all have expenses that regularly occur, and we tend to like to stick with the deals that we […]

  • Are You On Track With Saving?

    Starting Savings Now People who are looking to start saving often are overwhelmed about where exactly this process needs to begin. From wondering what we’re saving for to how best […]

  • Bad Financial Patterns You Can Break

    Breaking Poor Financial Patterns – The top 5 worst offenders We all have bad habits, especially when it comes to finances. Any one who thinks that they don’t most likely […]

  • Become Great at Saving

        “Only one who devotes himself to a cause with his whole strength and soul can be a true master. For this reason mastery demands all of a person.” […]

  • Budgeting For Your Child’s Education

    Budgeting for education Children are expensive, no parent doubts it, and one of the biggest costs of childhood comes in the form of education. Budgeting for education depends a lot […]

  • Change Your Finances in 30 Days

      A lot of people in the financial community have begun discussing the recent 30 day method as a way to control impulse spending. The basic idea is very simple […]

  • Controlling your online shopping addiction

        Online shopping is a very convenient way of buying things you may otherwise have to travel for, but don’t think you’re not paying for that convenience. Marketers are […]

  • Easy Saving Tips

    Minimal Effort Saving Saving is tough for the strongest of people, let alone people like me (who seem to have the willpower of jelly at times). That being said, I […]

  • Financial Self Care

      Self-care has become an increasingly popular term for the things we do to ensure our personal wellbeing. People apply it to mental health, to friendship support, and many other […]

  • Financial Stress

    Coping with financial stress can reduce the stress you feel in many areas of your life. Financial stress affects the whole family and the sooner it is dealt with, the […]

  • Have you heard of the 50/30/20 formula?

    The 50/30/20 formula or rule of thumb was written by Elizabeth Warren and her daughter Amelia Warren Tyagi, and published in the book they co-authored, “All Your Worth: The Ultimate […]

  • How Much Should I Save?

    What should I be putting away? Savings are a critical element of financial health. Without savings, a single emergency could wipe you out, to say nothing of retirement. As we […]

  • It’s Possible to Improve your Savings

    Build Savings Faster – The 5 Tips that can Change Your Savings Account Make sure you’re saving in the right account Look at your bank’s savings options. Regularly. Do they […]

  • Live smart, live savvy!
  • Living Beneath Your Means – It’s easy

      Living beneath your means – 10 ways to get started We all could afford to learn to cut a few more corners. This article is going to go through […]

  • Living well within your means – TIPS

      The less you spend, the more you have left. It’s a simple principle, but one many willingly ignore. Here are fifty different ways that you can spend less, to […]

  • Living Within Your Means?

      Living with the ability to save Learning to save is an exercise in the art of learning perspective, and what it means to manage money. You have to not […]

  • Lower Your Electricity Bills

      Keeping Electricity As Cheap as Possible Electricity bills can be a killer at the end of the month, but they don’t have to be. This article is going to […]

  • Make It Go Further!

      Butter: Make butter go further by beating 500 grams of softened butter until it turns pale and then slowly adding 1.5 cups of extra light olive oil while still […]

  • Make it on 50% or less!

    Once upon a time, there were two full time working individuals.They made good wages, worked hard at their jobs, yet somehow never seemed to have savings. They mostly spent more […]

  • Monthly Savings – What amount is right for your financial situation?

    Saving is a great habit, and one that people have many different approaches to (some healthy, some not). One of the most common questions financial advisers encounter is “how much […]

  • Not On The Same Savings Page?

      Saving by yourself, and what to do about a partner who won’t Saving is a common aspiration, but not always something that people want to act on. It may […]

  • Online Shopping Hints and Hacks

      Online shopping is a great way to save money and time. There are so many deals you can find and quickly compare prices around the web, but many people […]

  • Planning Superannuation – How much will I need?

      People are living longer and longer with recent advances of medicine. Our current life expectancies are 86 years (for men) and 89 (for women), and they’re only expected to […]

  • Reducing Your Energy Costs

    Targeting utilities: Energy Utilities are a cost that’s incurred every month, there’s no getting around it. But, are you doing everything that you can to operate your house efficiently, and […]

  • Rethinking Thrift Store Shopping

      There are some terrific bargains to be had at your local charity or thrift shops these days. There’s no stigma to finding a bargain and putting your money to […]

  • Save For Starting a Family

    Starting a Family Smart Wanting to start a family is completely natural. We all hit that age and begin to want more than just our partners for a family but, […]

  • Save on Electricity

    Targeting utilities: Electricity Saving money on electricity is something of a no brainer desire. It’s good for the environment, it often costs nothing, and it saves actual money every single […]

  • Save on Heating Your Home

    Lowering your bills: Our focus on heat Monthly utilities are a part of everyday living. Your electricity bill, your heating bill, and your water bill will come whether you paid […]

  • Save With Cash

    The Cash Only Savings Method Plastic cards can make it far too easy for us to spend money that we don’t have, and to barely feel it as we overspend. […]

  • Saving for Teens

      Saving as a teenager: 15 tips to get you started Being a teenager is great, from having lower expenses to more free time, it’s also a great time of […]

  • Saving Without Compromising

      Saving while you live While saving can mean sacrifice, it doesn’t have to. Just because you’re not looking to make any big lifestyle changes does not mean you can’t […]

  • Selecting a Saving Method that Suits You

    Selecting a Saving Method So you want to start saving? That’s fantastic, what method have you chosen? There are several different ways to save, each good for their own personality […]

  • Small change, big difference

    Financial advisers are always coming up with “easy” ways you can save big money – by making massive lifestyle alterations. Some of this advice is great and sound, but it […]

  • So I can’t spend ANYTHING?

    So I can’t spend ANYTHING? There are different types of saving, each with their own advantages and disadvantages. One that can work, but that tends to be more unrealistic than […]

  • Something For A Rainy Day

      You don’t have to look very far in the financial world before you find a host of advice demanding you keep an emergency fund. This fund is meant to […]

  • Spending less money – ten tricks to get you started

        Looking to save? There’s two ways to find the money to do this. 1) Make more money, or 2) spend less. (or 3, both!) This is common sense, […]

  • Spending to Save

      Managing your spending to save money A big excuse for not saving is “there’s nothing to save”. I’m guilty of thinking it too, but it’s not true. There’s almost […]

  • Spring Clean Benefits

      Why Spring Cleaning does good for more than just your house Spring is a time of great motivation for people, a time for cleaning the house, giving yourself a […]

  • Start Saving Now!

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  • Ten Ways to Trim the Food Bill

      Groceries. That weekly wallet drain that (according to Australian Bureau of Stats) is sucking between $100 (single person) – $300 (family) each time it takes from you. That adds […]

  • The 50-20-30 Rule

      A lot of people out there are trying to figure out how to get ahead right now, and there’s a lot of financial advice out there for anybody looking. […]

  • The Secret to Doubling Your Money

    Compound Interest When people talk about the power of saving, they often emphasize the importance of interest. Interest is the gains you make on your money just for leaving it […]

  • Time is Money!

      Maximizing productivity: Financial and personal A great way to really kick your savings into gear is to work on your levels of productivity. When you’re productive, you’re efficiently using […]

  • Top Five Tips For Money Saving Success

      Most people are not natural savers. It seems to be a lot easier to spend, and most people are quite good at naturally throwing away most of their paycheck. […]

  • Unit Pricing at The Grocery Shop

    Bargain Hunting at the Grocery Store – How to price out individual items and why it works so well People often take their bargain hunting skills and coupons to the […]

  • Ways to Save Cash

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  • Ways to work with yourself to save money

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  • What do you actually have to spend per day?

    What do you actually have to spend per day? Budgeting is about more than accounting for the big expenses. It’s about anticipating your desires for daily coffee, about figuring out […]

  • What Would You Do With An Extra $2000

      If you had or have an extra $2000 then there are a few ways you could use it to your advantage. What would you do with an extra $2000? […]

  • Who Do You Pay First?

    Financial experts of all walks of life have agreed, you should be paying yourself first every time your pay check comes in. Don’t know what this means? I didn’t either. […]

  • Why Should You Save Money?

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Taxation

  • Income Protection Insurance

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Investing

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      Many people who are looking to bolster their savings have turned their gaze towards investing. Investing your money can be a great way to grow it, when you understand […]

  • Getting into the Share Market

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  • Income Protection Insurance

      God forbid if you are forced to take time off from work due to any illness or injury. Can you still keep up with your bills if this happened […]

  • Investing For Beginners

    Using Savings to Invest Saving is an important component of any sound financial plan. Savings happen when you spend less than you earn, whether that’s because you have an unexpected […]

  • Planning Superannuation – How much will I need?

      People are living longer and longer with recent advances of medicine. Our current life expectancies are 86 years (for men) and 89 (for women), and they’re only expected to […]

  • Something For A Rainy Day

      You don’t have to look very far in the financial world before you find a host of advice demanding you keep an emergency fund. This fund is meant to […]

  • Terms of the Share Market

    The Australian market has been great for those with the nerve to ride out its ebbs and flows. Though the second biggest collapse in history has happened, investors who stuck […]

  • The Secret to Doubling Your Money

    Compound Interest When people talk about the power of saving, they often emphasize the importance of interest. Interest is the gains you make on your money just for leaving it […]

  • Ways to Save Cash

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  • What Would You Do With An Extra $2000

      If you had or have an extra $2000 then there are a few ways you could use it to your advantage. What would you do with an extra $2000? […]

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