In an increasingly digital world, the value of money can be a difficult concept for children to grasp. Here are some tips for helping your kids and grandkids become wealthy and wise. When you were young, do you remember standing next to mum or dad at the corner shop and watching them count out notes and coins to pay for the bread and milk? This was a valuable lesson about the purpose and value of money. Fast forward to today – few corner shops exist and the days of counting c

Before you swap your briefcase for a beach towel, have you thought carefully about what life in a quieter location will really be like? If you’ve spent most of your life in the fast lane, retirement might be your chance to change gears. And if you’re considering a sea or tree change, you’re not alone. Recent statistics show that many non-city-dwelling baby boomers are choosing to make their home in Australia’s coastal or hinterland regions.* The idea of waking up to ocean sou

Financial independence is an essential aspect of female empowerment. Here’s how to achieve it. In many households, women often take a back seat when it comes to navigating their family’s financial future. But this can make it difficult for women to become financially independent – especially if they’re ever faced with divorce, separation or widowhood. That’s why it’s so important for women to engage with their finances and not leave everything up to their partner – or to chan

They say every great journey begins with a single step — and yours is just beginning. Here’s how to get on the path to financial freedom at the same time. Every year, thousands of young Australians start one of the biggest journeys of their lives: their careers. And if you’re one of them, you’re probably having a great time making the most of your new income without thinking too much about planning ahead. But the good news is, you can get yourself set up financially for the f

Thinking about using your car, home or personal skills to make some extra cash over summer? Before you do, make sure you understand what’s involved. The ‘sharing economy’ refers to the sharing of goods, skills or services for a fee, usually facilitated by a third party through a website or app. (1) In recent years, it’s revolutionised how we book holidays, get around town, source help – and even earn money. So how can you aim to profit in this new economy? Get in the driver’s