How to trick yourself into saving money

How to trick yourself into saving money

Impulse purchases and buyer’s remorse often go hand in hand. But if you take a week (or a month) to reflect on your spending, you could see a noticeable boost in the funds accumulating in your savings account. Enter, the Seven-day Rule. Don’t reply to text messages...
How to live with your parents as an adult?

How to live with your parents as an adult?

Call it a sign of the times but, if you’re not living in a multigenerational household yourself, chances are you know someone who is. A recent study found that adult children who return to the family home typically cause a significant decline in their parents’ quality...
5 saving graces of giftmas

5 saving graces of giftmas

If it is indeed better to give than to receive, then Australians are a happy lot. According to the Financial Planning Association of Australia, 85% of us find more joy in giving gifts to others than in getting them ourselves. We’re also a generous bunch, spending an...
What happens if you need to become a carer?

What happens if you need to become a carer?

You’ve made plans, set a budget and financial goals; you’re ready for anything, right? But what happens if a loved one is in an accident or your ageing parent starts needing dedicated care? How do you juggle career and the role of carer? Registered Nurse, Rachel...
Staycations: should you stay or should you go now?

Staycations: should you stay or should you go now?

It’s the getaway you take when a getaway’s out of the question – the staycation. Whether it’s venturing out locally and returning each evening, or taking a few nights to explore places within driving distance of home, the staycation is becoming increasingly popular....