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Here's why your house is not an investment

September 19, 2019 | Sebastian Bowen

Here's why your home isn't really an investment in the traditional sense.

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2 reasons why adding to superannuation isn't a good idea

September 19, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

I think there are at least 2 reasons why superannuation isn’t a good idea.

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3 money saving tips to buy more ASX shares

September 17, 2019 | Ken Hall

How to boost your savings rate and invest more money in your ASX portfolio this year.

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When should you use a credit card?

September 16, 2019 | Ken Hall

A quick guide on when and how to use a credit card to reap the benefits.

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How to generate $1,000 a month in passive income

September 14, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

This is how you can make $1,000 a month in passive income.

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Here's how wealthy you are compared to the 'average' person

September 13, 2019 | Sebastian Bowen

Here's how wealthy you are compared to the 'average' person. It all seems to come down to how you spend…

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Are credit cards worth it for the points?

September 13, 2019 | Sebastian Bowen

Credit cards from banks like Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX: CBA) offer lots of benefits, but are they worth it?

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Do you know how good compound interest is?

September 12, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

Compound interest is the strongest force in the financial world.

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Why going back to using cash might help you invest better

September 12, 2019 | Sebastian Bowen

Maybe putting that Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX: CBA) issued bank card away might help you invest in ASX shares.

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If I won the lottery, this is how I'd set myself up for life with ASX shares

September 12, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

If I were a lottery winner, I’d set myself up for life with ASX shares.

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Are you looking out for your personal finances?

September 11, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

The only person who’s truly looking out for your personal finances is you.

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3 tips for getting the most out of your super

September 10, 2019 | Sebastian Bowen

Superannuation is often an overlooked investment vehicle. But here are 3 tips to help you get the most out of…

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How to pay off your mortgage faster

September 10, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

Here are some ways how you can pay your mortgage off quicker.

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The credit card secrets your bank doesn't want you to know

September 9, 2019 | Ken Hall

How you can beat the credit card providers and maximise the benefits you receive.

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Are you making these 4 common money mistakes?

September 7, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

Here are 4 wealth-hurting mistakes you should try to avoid.

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Expert outlines the easiest ways to get rich

September 6, 2019 | Sebastian Bowen

Have you ever wondered what the easiest way to get rich is? One way involves compound interest and investing.

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Sorry, retirement. I have a mortgage to pay off.

September 4, 2019 | Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

A 35-year home loan? You’ve gotta be kidding me!

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5 simple things stopping you from becoming a millionaire

September 3, 2019 | Sebastian Bowen

Here are five simple things that are stopping you from becoming a millionaire.

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How to think about debt with your personal finances

September 2, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

People may think of debt as a blessing or a curse for their personal finances.

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How using a credit card could improve your personal finance game

August 31, 2019 | Ken Hall

How to get ahead with your credit card spending with a few simple tips for 2020.

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3 reasons why ASX shares are the best way to create wealth

August 27, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

Here are 3 reasons why ASX shares are the best way to create wealth.

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3 simple tips to save more money for ASX stocks

August 26, 2019 | Ken Hall

These three tips could help simplify your finances and invest your cash back into your ASX portfolio!

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2 of the best pieces of conflicting money advice

August 20, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

Here are 2 of the best pieces of conflicting money advice.

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Is it a good idea to use a credit card for spending money?

August 19, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

Is using a credit card a good idea to spend money?

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Here's how to make a yearly dividend income of $100,000

August 17, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

Want to make $100,000 of yearly dividend income? This is how to do it.

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Westpac may be about to make it harder for borrowers to get a mortgage

August 16, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) could be about make it tougher for borrowers to get a mortgage.

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How to save more money than the average Australian

August 14, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

Here’s what you need to do to save more than the average Australian in my opinion.

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3 simple steps to change your financial life forever

August 10, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

Here are 3 simple steps to change your financial life forever.

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What should you do with your tax return refund?

August 8, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

Tax season is in full swing, so what should you do with your tax return?

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CBA's banking app is going to start advising people what to do with their money, time to buy shares?

August 2, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

Commonwealth Bank of Australia’s (ASX:CBA) banking app is going to advise people what to do with their money.

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Why I'll personally never use Afterpay to spend money

July 19, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

I don’t think I’m ever going to use Afterpay Touch Group Ltd (ASX:APT) to spend money.

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Should you own a credit card?

July 16, 2019 | Sebastian Bowen

Credit cards are dangerous, but can be worth it if you know what you're doing

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Are you going to get a pay rise this year?

July 16, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

CEOs aren’t confident on pay rises this year.

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What should you do with your tax return refund?

July 14, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

Do you know what you’re going to do with your tax return refund?

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Here's how to make a $1 million portfolio by investing $1,000 a month

July 13, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

This is how you could become a millionaire by investing just $1,000 a month.

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How rich is the average Australian? A millionaire apparently

July 12, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

The average Australian has reached millionaire status, apparently.

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Should you buy a house or invest in ASX shares?

July 11, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

It’s hard to know whether the best thing to do is invest in ASX shares or buy a house.

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Why mastering personal finance is just as important as investing returns for wealth

July 10, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

Becoming wealthy is a combination of factors. Personal finance is an important part of that.

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How to have the right mentality with your money

July 4, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

This could be the right mentality with your money.

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What are you meant to do with your bank savings now?

July 4, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

Bank savings aren’t looking too attractive these days.

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When should you use a credit card?

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Here's how wealthy you are compared to the 'average' person

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Are credit cards worth it for the points?

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Do you know how good compound interest is?

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Why going back to using cash might help you invest better

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If I won the lottery, this is how I'd set myself up for life with ASX shares

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Are you looking out for your personal finances?

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3 tips for getting the most out of your super

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How to pay off your mortgage faster

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The credit card secrets your bank doesn't want you to know

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Are you making these 4 common money mistakes?

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Expert outlines the easiest ways to get rich

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Sorry, retirement. I have a mortgage to pay off.

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5 simple things stopping you from becoming a millionaire

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How to think about debt with your personal finances

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How using a credit card could improve your personal finance game

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3 reasons why ASX shares are the best way to create wealth