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A few weeks ago I wrote a blog about the one thing that stops most people from making the most of their financial opportunities including making regular investments. It was my thesis that a lack of context is the main cause. Having a long-term plan provides you with the context required to make mistake-free financial decisions. It is difficult to…
Millions of Australians consider financial infidelity to be the ultimate betrayal in their relationship, according to research by Finder a couple of years ago. A nationally representative survey of 1,015 respondents revealed more than 1 in 5 (22%) Australians think financial infidelity is worse than their partner having an affair. Gen Z (27%) are the…
According to an article in The Guardian Bronnie Ware, an Australian palliative nurse recorded the most common regrets of dying in a blog called Inspiration and Chai. And among the top, from men, in particular, is ‘I wish I hadn’t worked so hard. Here are the top five regrets of the dying, as witnessed by…
It’s an age-old question and one that I hear time and time again Should I buy a house? What if interest rates fall in 2025? Should I buy a property now or wait until then? Unfortunately, none of us have a crystal ball, we can’t predict what the future will hold. But there is one…
Much has been made of the increasing presence of the “bank of mum and dad” in the lives of Australians. We know financial support from parents to adult children is increasingly used for entering the housing market. However, our new research shows that parents are also helping their young adult children in other ways, including…
There is one thing that the rich and successful know that the average person does not understand. And if you want to become successful – whether it be in business, investing or just in your personal life, it’s very important for you to understand this concept, because it’s the reason these people are rich and…
Your morning caffeine boost isn’t just helping kick-start your day — it might have health benefits as well. Drinking a few cups of coffee daily reduces the risk of chronic liver disease by over a fifth, according to a new study published in the online journal BMC Public Health. Europe consumes more coffee than any other region, exceeding…
In a city as diverse and ever-evolving as Melbourne, the property market continually presents new opportunities for those who are vigilant and adaptable. Among the latest trends catching the attention of astute investors is the growing potential of one-bedroom apartments. Insights from Charter Keck and Cramer underscore the value proposition that these properties offer in…
I’ve found that many investors want to get into property development to grow their wealth faster by “manufacturing” capital growth and increasing their rental returns. While the property development process can be very rewarding, it is not without some pain and considerable risk. When all goes well, the results are fantastic, but if things go…
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So what characteristics do billionaires have in common other than have more …well… money? According to Growth Everywhere, billionaires have a fair amount of useful advice when it comes to building a solid lifestyle. Whether it’s reading voraciously like Warren Buffet or learning to diversify like David Koch, you’ll find that one thing is true:…
