by Tim | Dec 8, 2017 | Save Money
There is approximately $18 billion (yes, Billion) in unclaimed or ‘lost’ Superannuation in Australia. Over $5.4 billion of those funds are owed to people from NSW. Luckily, you can find any lost Super accounts and combine them online using the MyGov website. The whole...
by Tim | Dec 5, 2017 | Interest Rates
The cash rate stands still at 1.50% in December. The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA), which has kept its benchmark cash rate unchanged at a record-low 1.50% for the past year has announced this morning that it will leave the rate on hold for yet another month....
by Tim | Dec 4, 2017 | Investment
There are many Australian Superannuation Funds to choose from. There are also substantial differences in the performance and fees charged by the different funds. A low performing Super Fund with high fees will erode away at your retirement savings, so it is important...
by Tim | Nov 20, 2017 | Save Money
Today NSW Premier, Gladys Berejiklian, announced drivers who spend more than $25 a week (on average) over a 12 month period on road tolls will be eligible for free vehicle registration. The rego rebate will be available for all standard privately registered cars,...
by Tim | Nov 19, 2017 | Save Money
The NSW government provides a quick and easy website for comparing Compulsory Third Party (CTP) ‘Green Slip’ Insurance. The website provides quotes for motor vehicles and motorcycles that are being used for personal or business use. The website also offers 6 months or...
by Tim | Nov 9, 2017 | Credit Score
A Credit Score is a number that summarises the information contained in your Credit Report. Some lenders use your Credit Score to decide whether they should lend you money and how much interest they should charge. There are 3 main Credit Reporting Bodies (CRBs) in...
by Tim | Nov 4, 2017 | Credit Score
The federal government is set to mandate Positive [Comprehensive] Credit Reporting (CCR) by the middle of 2018. Treasurer Scott Morrison says this will increase the availability of credit and help borrowers negotiate lower interest rates. What is Positive Credit...
by Tim | Oct 26, 2017 | Save Money
Do you enjoy taking holidays?… Are you a regular traveller? Did you know that your home loan (mortgage) could be earning you lots of extra Qantas Points each year? There are a few lenders that will reward you with Qantas Points based on your monthly, or yearly, home...
by Tim | Oct 13, 2017 | Save Money
A growing number of Australians are using the Gig Economy and the Sharing Economy to create extra income. These economies are already big business. Australians have already spent $15.1 billion (yes, BILLION) on platforms such as Uber, eBay, AirBnB, and other new...
by Tim | Oct 11, 2017 | Investment
1 in 5 Aussies are affected by mental illness, yet many don’t seek help because of the fear of judgement. We can all do something to help shed a more positive light on mental health. It’s time to look at mental illness in a different light – a positive light. If you,...