Money
Financial responsibility
May 25, 2023
Financial responsibility refers to the practice of handling money and other assets in a way that is in your (as the owner of the assets) or your familyâs best interest. Being financially responsible entails a certain level of proficiency in...[Read More]
Financial Stability: The Key to the Ideal Retirement
April 27, 2023
Retirement is a time to sit back and enjoy the fruits of a lifetime of hard work. However, retiring without adequate financial resources can be a recipe for disaster. Financial stability is crucial if you want a comfortable and fulfilling...[Read More]
The most common financial mistakes
April 20, 2023
Itâs easy to make mistakes with money, especially if youâre unaware of how dire the consequences of your actions could be. Here, weâll look at some of the most common financial mistakes people commit that frequently result in severe financial...[Read More]
Business activity recovers to pre-COVID levels
April 19, 2023
Australian businesses have so far proven resilient to high inflation and interest rates, with business activity returning to pre-COVID levels. CreditorWatchâs monthly business risk report shows several indicators of business activity rebounding to...[Read More]
Ways to save money around the home during times of rising interest rates
April 13, 2023
With interest rates rising almost everywhere, including Australia and the United Kingdom, people have begun tightening their purse strings as best they can. However, decreasing spending to ensure your expenses match your reduced budget could mean...[Read More]
Economic benefit going to rich âinequality on steroidsâ
April 12, 2023
A disparity between how much of the economic benefits the vast majority of Australians get compared to the top end of town has been described as âinequality on steroidsâ. A new report shows 90 per cent of Australians received just seven per cent...[Read More]
5 Key considerations when investing in commercial property
April 6, 2023
Unlike buying residential real estate, investing in commercial property is generally viewed as the territory of more seasoned, wealthy investors. However, as long as youâre willing to learn and put in the work, thereâs no reason you canât...[Read More]
Want a comfortable retirement? Hereâs what you need to doâŠ
April 6, 2023
Retirement always seems to be far away; until it isnât. Many retirees realise too late that they are running out of money much sooner than expected. Therefore, Australians planning for retirement need to reconsider their assumptions regarding how...[Read More]
Spending slows as households start to shut up shop
March 29, 2023
A tepid lift in retail sales suggests squeezed household budgets are keeping shoppers away from big-ticket items but consumers arenât fully boycotting the shops just yet. Official retail sales rose a modest 0.2 per cent in February in line with...[Read More]
Study shines light on depth of poverty in Australia
March 22, 2023
Renters, single parents, women, students, the unemployed and people with a disability are the Australians most at risk of poverty, a new study has found. The Australian Council of Social Service (ACOSS) partnered with the University of NSW to...[Read More]
Overcome the Deposit Barrier With These 6 Tips
March 16, 2023
In Australia, the deposit barrier is a significant challenge for many people who wish to buy their own homes. Saving up for a deposit can be a daunting task, especially for first-time homebuyers. The good news is that there are various...[Read More]