Posted on: 23 August, 2019
More than 1 in 3 people in Australia live from paycheck to paycheck, according to UBank research. If you feel like there's never any money left at the end of the month, the 50/20/30 budgeting rule could help you to take better control of your finances.
This rule of thumb was popularised by Elizabet.....
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Posted on: 02 August, 2019
Having a baby is an exciting time, but it can also bring stress and worry if you haven't got your finances in check.
On average, it's estimated that Australian parents spend around $10,000 in their baby's first year alone, but this can be reduced significantly with good planning. The earlier you pr.....
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Posted on: 17 December, 2018
If you're already struggling with debt, Christmas can be the most stressful time of the year, especially if you feel pressured to buy gifts you can't afford and run up even more debt.
According to the National Retail Association (NRA), Australians spend more than $1 billion a day on Christmas shopp.....
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Category: Debt Tips
Posted on: 04 June, 2018
Having a child is a life-changing experience, and that extends to your finances. New estimates from the Australian Institute of Family Studies put the cost of raising a child at $170 per week for a low-income family ($680 per month) when you add up food, clothing, school and other expenses needed f.....
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Posted on: 29 January, 2018
For many people, the New Year can be a powerful motivator to make positive changes in their lives – as long as you set realistic targets that you know you can actually stick to.
Resolutions tend to focus on health and lifestyle changes, which is great, but you shouldn't miss the chance to get your f.....
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Category: Debt Management
Posted on: 08 December, 2017
The holiday season is among the more expensive times of the year for many people. After all, you may spend a modest fortune on holiday gifts, seasonal foods, travel, special events and more. With the holidays approaching, you might already be feeling the financial strain associated with these and ot.....
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Category: Debt Tips
Posted on: 30 August, 2017
Longing to go on vacation but still have debts to pay? Everyone needs and deserves a vacation once in a while to relax, rest and rejuvenate. But sometimes financial stress can make it hard to save up for a vacation and cause you to put it off altogether. But don’t fret! Here are some ways you can sa.....
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Category: Debt Tips
Posted on: 27 April, 2017
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Implementing a savings plan is one of the most important decisions you can ever make since it enables you to prepare for the unexpected and plan for life after retirement. Some strategies to save up include automating your savings, eliminating unnecessary spending, and considering a hig.....
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Posted on: 16 March, 2017
All people should be taught the value of making a monthly personal budget. If handled properly, a good budgeting process can help people achieve their personal financial goals without an over-reliance on consumer debt (personal loans and credit cards). In some circumstances, people who fail to budg.....
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Posted on: 07 December, 2016
With Christmas fast approaching, is it time to think about how to best spend your money? The holiday ritual of buying presents and consuming copious amounts of food results in huge spending for a lot of Australian households. It’s important to be prepared and not over-stretch yourself, because Chri.....
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