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In a blog I wrote back in late 2018, I introduced the term liveinvesting. It’s inspired by the concept of rentvesting, where you rent a home in your desired location while investing in property elsewhere. Considering that property prices in certain capital cities like Melbourne are currently more affordable relative to other locations, it’s a good time to…
What do you look for when you go househunting? As the Spring selling season heats up, Domain has unveiled fresh data revealing the ‘priceless’ features that Australian families are prioritising when choosing a home. And it seems, forget the old bank of mum and dad; today, it’s all about the babysitting perks and family support…
If you’re apprehensive at the thought of borrowing six-figures (or more) to invest in property, you’re not alone. Here are six of the most common fears that trick people into not investing – and how to move past them.
I began my study of rich and successful people well over 40 years ago Of course, not all rich people are successful, and not all successful people are rich but remember I was much younger and more naïve then and wanted it all. I tried to understand why some people were rich while others kept…
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The global debt stock hit a new record in the first quarter of 2024, increasing by $1.3 trillion in just three months. This deluge in borrowing is a widespread trend across economies. While the U.S. and Japan were the largest contributors across advanced economies, China, India, and Mexico drove the largest share in emerging markets….
Are you a coffee or tea lover? If you’re looking for an excuse to drink more coffee or tea this infographic from LifeHack may make you feel less guilty. It worked for me:
Australia is often seen as a land of opportunity, a place where hard work and determination can pave the way for a better life. But what if we suddenly closed our doors to newcomers? As we face a housing crisis, an aging population, and growing political pressure, some have begun to question whether Australia should…
As a mortgage broking business operating in the personal finance space, we see a large group of clients, a diverse group of clients, whose money management skills span the spectrum from those who don’t have any experience to those who have a lot. The one thing all our clients have in common is a drive…
Why do the rich keep getting richer? What do successful people do differently? Being rich has little to do with the money itself. Instead, it had a lot to do with how you think about money. So if you want to become rich, one of the first steps is to know how the wealthy think…
For many young Australians, the dream of homeownership has felt increasingly out of reach. Gen Z, in particular, has been facing a perfect storm of rising property prices, stagnant wage growth, and increasing living costs. It’s no wonder their outlook on entering the property market has been less than optimistic. But leading demographer Simon Kuestenmacher…
