Ever dreamed of starting your own business?

Ever dreamed of starting your own business?

Sep 6, 2019 | Finance

Ever been tempted to tell the boss you’re leaving to start your own business? You’re not alone. In fact, more than nine million Aussies dream about becoming their own boss. However, the biggest hurdle for 60% of those people (5.4 million) is ‘access to money’,...
Buy now, pay now: the importance of budgeting for gifts

Buy now, pay now: the importance of budgeting for gifts

Sep 4, 2019 | Finance

How much do you think the average Aussie spends on gifts each month? $20, $50 or 100? (hint: we’re a generous bunch). Today we’ll look at why it’s important to budget for these expenses correctly, rather than succumbing to ‘buy now, pay later’ services. Did you know...
New code to protect Aussies buying solar panels

New code to protect Aussies buying solar panels

Aug 27, 2019 | Property Improvement

Ever thought about investing in solar panels for your home? If so, you’ll know it’s a big decision and there’s a lot to wrap your head around. Fortunately, the consumer watchdog is proposing a new retailer code to make solar purchases safer and easier. Australia is...
Caviar and wine, anyone? What a court ruling means for you

Caviar and wine, anyone? What a court ruling means for you

Aug 25, 2019 | Finance

Indulgences such as caviar, wagyu beef and the finest bottles of wine shouldn’t count against you when lenders assess your application for finance, a Federal Court judge has said. Ok, so maybe Federal Court Justice Nye Perram has a slightly different grocery list to...
On the hunt for a new loan provider?

On the hunt for a new loan provider?

Aug 23, 2019 | Finance

One in 10 consumers have switched credit products in the past year, according to new research, with Millennials and women in particular pouncing on offers from small banks, credit unions and building societies. The financial landscape is shifting. Over the past 12...