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Today, I want to explore one of my favourite Jim Rohn quotes that I think will hit home for a lot of people. It states, ‘Everyone must choose between two pains: the pain of discipline or the pain of regret’. The American entrepreneur was great at capturing the discipline required for success, and this particular…
National rents rose by 0.2% in October, a subtle bounce back from the weaker growth over the previous three months, but less than a third of the 0.7% monthly rise recorded in October of the past three years. Annual rental growth has dropped to 5.8%, the smallest annual rise in the national rental index since…
One of the (many) furphies that get aired (frequently) in discussions around housing affordability is that we can build ourselves out of the problem by building a lot more high-density housing units rather than typical detached suburban houses. In fact, the opposite is likely to happen should we attempt this course of action. Here’s why….
Australia consistently ranks among the top countries for life expectancy, outperforming many of its Anglophile peers like the UK, the USA, Canada, and New Zealand. According to a recent article from The Economist, Australia’s average life expectancy is notably high, with Australians expected to live longer and healthier lives compared to their counterparts in other…
Have you ever wondered why it’s easier for people who have money to make more of it? I mean, why is it that the second and the third million are so much easier to earn than the first million? Do you want to know what the biggest difference is between how wealthy people build wealth…
When it comes to meeting and conquering the negativity in your life, here is a key question: what can you do, starting today, that will make a difference? What can you do during economic chaos? What can you do when everything has gone wrong? What can you do when you’ve run out of money when you don’t feel well…
In today’s fast-paced financial landscape, the intersection of psychology, demographics, and economics is more crucial than ever to understand. Morgan Housel, renowned for his deep reflections on human behaviour and finance, offers insights that can reshape how we think about wealth creation, investing, and the world at large. From understanding the role our personal experiences…
If you want a sure-fire way to succeed at negotiations – whether it’s with your partner over who takes out the bins or for your next property investment purchase, then look no further. Here are 7 timeless quotes to help you out: 1. Negotiating is essentially a human way of interacting It is the way…
Australia’s housing market is facing unprecedented challenges, with no clear end in sight. Since 2020, rents have risen by 35%, vacancy rates have hit rock bottom, and the supply of new homes is woefully inadequate. The projected shortfall of 257,000 new homes over the next five years is not just a number—it’s a clear signal…
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Coffee is one of the healthiest beverages on the planet- True or false? Well…according to DrippedCoffee.com recent research carried out by many independent medical professionals from universities and health care institutes have shown that caffeine actually has many benefits to our bodies and minds. The caffeine present in our daily coffee can help us to…
