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Have you ever wondered what the real fix for Australia’s housing crisis might look like? Well, buckle up because it might not be what you expect. Here’s a bold assertion that’s bound to stir up some debate: the only way to truly resolve our housing crisis is for house prices to keep rising. Yes, you…
For decades, Australia prided itself on being a land of opportunity. We built one of the strongest middle classes in the world: secure jobs, affordable homes, free education, and a belief that if you worked hard, you could move up in life. That sense of fairness and stability wasn’t an accident. It was the product…
The “Rich” and “Poor” share very different beliefs, According to a 5-year study by best-selling American author Tom Corley, our subconscious makes up 5/6ths of our brain and responds to our beliefs. Like software code, our beliefs direct our subconscious to manifest that which we think about and believe in. If we believe, without any…
Let me ask you something… Are you investing in property for a bit of extra weekly cash flow, or are you investing to build lasting wealth? Because there’s a big difference between the two – and getting this wrong could cost you hundreds of thousands (if not millions) over the long term. I see it…
Warren Buffett is arguably one of the best investors of all time and has an excellent track record of creating and maintaining his wealth dating back to his early entrepreneurial days starting at just five years old. You’d think that the hugely successful magnate and philanthropist would be too strapped for time to mentor as…
Have you ever felt that little voice inside your head whispering, “Maybe it’s not the right time to buy”, or What if the market crashes?” That voice of doubt isn’t unique to you — it’s part of human nature. And interestingly, one of the greatest personal development thinkers of all time, Napoleon Hill (author of…
The rich are not necessarily happier than normal folk all the time, but I bet they are happier more often. That’s because money does make a difference in people’s lives. It removes a lot of our worries and allows us more time to spend with our families or on activities that make us happy. I’ve…
Some people grow older but never seem to get old. You know the type, curious, kind, purposeful, and full of life even into their later decades. They adapt, they laugh, they keep learning. Then there are others who retreat into complaint and routine, shrinking their worlds and their possibilities. The truth is, we’re living longer…
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Merry Christmas – to our many readers who celebrate it. For many, this time of the year is spent with friends, family, and food. This interesting infographic shows how Christmas is celebrated around the world… As we celebrate the holiday season and look forward to the new year, may you be blessed with joy, good health,…
Warren Buffett, one of the most successful investors of all time, is not just known for his financial acumen but also for his profound insights into life and society. In my mind, one of his most compelling concepts is the “lottery of life,” often referred to as the “ovarian lottery.” This idea delves into the…
