Many people go through life envious of the success of others. But what they fail to realise is that successful people, especially those who reach the upper echelons, spend their lives working hard to achieve their dreams So, are they just lucky, intelligent, or just born with a silver spoon? Well, in reality, it’s none…
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Do you start your day with a coffee? I know that I usually do, but research suggests the best time to drink coffee isn’t first thing in the morning. While it may seem that a cup of strong coffee first thing in the morning is the best way to get yourself going, in fact waiting until later…
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Welcome to another episode of the Michael Yardney Podcast, and today we’re exploring a topic that affects us all: how the way we live has changed. My guest today, Lucinda Hartley, who has been named one of Australia’s 100 most influential women, is a serial founder, technology leader, leading expert in social trends shaping the…
Have you ever questioned where your money went? Do you live paycheque-to-paycheque? No matter what your income, good money habits can help to build wealth and set you up for financial success… but bad money habits can do the opposite. Bad money habits can see you dwindle your savings (if you have any) by continuously…
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In our current fragmented property markets, with some locations performing and others languishing, many investors are looking to “manufacture” capital growth by participating in property development. While the property development process can be very lucrative, it is not without some pain and considerable risk. When all goes well, the results are fantastic, but if things go wrong,…
As parents, we strive to arm our children with the necessary skills and knowledge that will guide them through life. A critical yet often overlooked part of this toolkit is financial literacy. Grasping money management from an early age can have a profoundly positive impact on a child’s life, setting the foundation for a lifetime…
Being an investor or a businessman requires lots of knowledge and skills but quite often a team and partners to succeed. You may find outstanding leaders among the most successful entrepreneurs and it’s not a coincidence. Every successful company thrives on the power of teamwork and every team needs a proper approach. Using motivational quotes…
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When it comes to real estate transactions, many buyers wonder, “Do real estate agents lie?” The short answer is that most real estate agents are honest, hardworking individuals who aim to help their clients achieve their property goals. However, the nature of negotiations in real estate often involves part-truths, half-truths, and little white lies. Understanding…
The Victorian government has granted local councils new powers to limit short-stay accommodation as it moves to introduce a 7.5% levy on properties listed on platforms like Airbnb and Stayz. The government has also granted local councils and owners’ corporations powers to ban or limit short-stay accommodation. The Victorian treasurer, Tim Pallas, said the reform…
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Today’s episode of the podcast is special because, if you’re a property investor or planning to become one, we’re going to uncover some shocking new rules that could cost you thousands, something all investors need to know, but we’ve found many don’t know. So I’m going to be chatting with the National Director of Metropole…
