ASPIRATIONS Newsletter Welcome to the latest edition of our client online newsletters, Our articles cover a range of topics which we hope you will find interesting. We aim to keep you informed of changes as they happen, but we also want to provide ideas to help you live the life you want – now and in the future. Our Latest Newsletter Summer 2023 Newsletter Archives Winter 2023 Autumn 2023 …
How Reducing Your Electricity Bill Can Save You Money Did you know that you could save additional money if you remembered to turn off the lights? It’s true, you can save money, but the trick to do it effectively is to let your family know the importance of not wasting electricity. If you want to lower your next electricity bill, follow these simple ways to reduce your bill: 1. Turn Off the Lights The most …
Honey, the kids shrunk my retirement An increasing number of Peter (and Peta) Pans are refusing to fly the coop, staying in the family home well into adulthood. It’s estimated that in the next five years, more than one million 18 to 29-year-old Australians will still be living with their parents. Put another way, nearly a third of people close to retiring will still be supporting their adult children at the end of this decade.i …
Are we becoming a cashless society? Australians are edging towards a cashless future, as consumers use debit cards or other electronic payment methods in preference to cash at the checkout and online. But whether we will entirely shun notes and coins in the future is not certain. For one thing, cash has its benefits. It’s easier for small transactions such as buying a coffee or tipping a waiter. However, the rise of contactless, credit …
Money Saving Secrets For Housewives Become a Financially Savvy Housewife! Housewives usually don’t get the same level of acknowledgement as working women do- and you want to know why? That’s because they don’t earn! Bitter, as it may sound, but you can’t deny the truth. No matter, how much your husband loves you, if you have only added to his financial responsibilities- he might become frustrated. But there is no need to lose hope! You …
10 reasons your kids won’t listen to your money advice …and how you can bring them around Every parent wants the best for their children but kids often won’t listen to the wisdom of your experience, especially when it comes to money. Don’t give up! Here are some of the common beliefs and misconceptions kids have about managing money—and how you could get them to take your advice. Money buys happiness This is one of …
4 Wise Quotes About Investing Money Explained Investing money in the financial market is similar to surfing in an ocean. Hidden beneath the seemingly innocent ocean waters are sharks that can rip you apart in case you come near their territory. In the investment market, you are the surfer while the sharks are bad investments that can gobble up your precious savings within a matter of seconds. But you can save yourself from bad investments …
Super in a nutshell If your super’s in the too-hard basket, read on so you can take control and make the most of your money. The Australian superannuation system comprises money from working and retired Australians. All up, it’s projected to total $8 trillion by 2033[1] and some of that is likely to be your money. If you take an interest in your super today, you may have more in your hand down the track. …
ASIC’S MoneySmart Team Video’s A collection of videos from the MoneySmart Team and its supporters, answering questions and providing money tips. Neither FinancialPartners (Tas) Pty Ltd nor AMP Financial Planning Pty Ltd is endorsing these videos or external links, they are provided for easy access to the latest Financial Information. MoneySmart Teaching Video’s MoneySmart Rookie ASIC MoneySmart YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/MoneySmartAu ASIC MoneySmart Website https://www.moneysmart.gov.au/managing-your-money
How Can You Repay the Debt on Your Credit Card Faster? When people get their first credit card, they assure themselves that they will not use their credit card for unnecessary purchases. However, they have just lied to themselves, as in the coming months; they find themselves in debt. If your credit cards are maxed out and the interest rates are through the roof, you are in a desperate need to get out of debt …
