Most Australian’s have only really contemplated bankruptcy when playing a game of Monopoly with their buddies! In spite of this, there are roughly 13,000 individuals that file for bankruptcy each year in Australia. It’s extraordinary how fast people can go from enjoying a healthy financial position to facing a mountain of debt. Commonly, events like […] Read More

No one wants to think about bankruptcy, which is understandable considering that bankruptcy will have an effect on your financial condition for several years to come. This may be one of the reasons why lots of people don’t seek financial support in times of need, because they are under the common misconception that bankruptcy is […] Read More

For the majority of Australian adults, debt is a part of our day-to-day lives. Whether you intend to enhance your skills by earning a degree, invest in a house for your family, or purchase a car so your family has transport, getting a loan is very common simply because we don’t have sufficient money to […] Read More

Regardless if we realise it or not, our credit report has a substantial effect on our lives. It’s sort of like our health; we don’t treasure good health until we lose it. Lot of people don’t even learn that they have a poor credit report until they apply for a line of credit and it’s […] Read More

Most of us have a pretty good understanding that weddings can be a costly pursuit, but do you actually know just how much the average wedding costs in Australia? Slightly over $36,000, according to Australia’s Money Smart website. And that was in 2012! In today’s times, it’s perhaps somewhere around the $50,000 mark. I suppose […] Read More

There’s no question that hitting your 30’s is a huge landmark for us all. While some of us may have started a family, a new career, or perhaps bought their first home, this decade of our lives has a vital financial impact for your future. For most people, our financial obligations have probably grown and […] Read More

There’s no question that your 20’s is a very precious stage of your life. There’s a nervous but fulfilling sensation about becoming an adult, moving out of home, and being financially self-reliant. Whether you launched a career, a university degree, or spent time traveling the world and gaining life experience, your 20’s is an important […] Read More

All of us suffer through stages in life where money is tight. Fortunately for us, there are certain expenses that we can readily do away with, for example cable TV, gym memberships, and eating out at restaurants. On the contrary, there are other expenses that we simply can’t avoid. Debt repayments, rent and school fees […] Read More

These days, saving money is a plan that everyone hopes to accomplish, however usually it can be a challenging task for lots of people. Mortgage repayments, bills, groceries, and everyday essentials add up rapidly, leaving most families with little to no savings. Having the capacity to save money and improve your life seems to be […] Read More

The New Year is definitely a fantastic time to reflect on the previous year and make some resolutions to improve ourselves. Many people’s resolutions focus on being healthier, improving their career, or improving their finances. Now we all know how difficult it can be to stick to our New Year’s resolutions, so it’s important that […] Read More