At some point in your adult life, it’s probably happened. The weekend comes around, and you realise you have $10 to your name until payday on Tuesday. OK, you say to yourself, how will I get through the weekend? How can I have any fun? Or perhaps you’re trying to save money while you pay [...]
Are you a spender or a saver? Are you a risk-taker or safe-gambler? Do you hold onto money with your long-term goals in mind? Understanding how you think about money and how you interact with money helps you to maximise your wallet and grow your financial future. And what’s better than optimising your cash flow? [...]
Small decorative touches can boost the entire feel of your apartment—and they don’t have to be expensive. From refurbishing old furniture, to hanging a few mirrors, your apartment can look stylish without breaking the bank. After all, you don’t need a house to have a place that feels like home. So go ahead and freshen [...]
So you’ve landed a great job, you have a good apartment or house and you’re paying your bills. You think: I’m adulting. I got this. Then an unexpected bill hits, but you’ve used up the last of your savings on that car repair. Or you do the math and can see that payday isn’t going [...]
Sometimes you give in and just let your kids eat whatever their hearts desire because the fight isn’t worth it. But most days parents fight the good fight, trying to feed the whole family a healthy, well-balanced diet. But it’s a tough pill to swallow every time you’re at the supermarket and watch the total [...]
How often have you made a goal and followed through on the plan? How about when it comes to saving money? Chances are, if you’re like any other person on planet Earth, you’ve had some difficulty with sticking to your goals and New Year’s resolutions. So don’t worry, you’re definitely not alone. The Neuroscience Behind [...]
We all have books that have changed our lives. From adventurous and magical stories as kids, to more thought-provoking books as we age, there are true treasures in every library, bookstore—and now, e-reader. Reading is one of the best ways to learn, and it’s often a form of preferred entertainment. We can curl up with [...]
We all know kids aren’t cheap. First, it’s nappies and bottles and ALL the rest of the stuff. And some more nappies. And of course, you need to clothe and feed them. Can we say cha-ching? Yes, yes, they are worth it, but when money is tight, it’s nice to come up with free (or [...]
Budgeting and saving money for your next holiday doesn’t have to be hard. There are plenty of easy ways to save a few dollars here and there—it can add up quickly to hundreds or thousands of dollars—giving you the cash you need for a holiday away. By making a few changes to your weekly habits, [...]
Selling items you longer need is a great way to make some extra cash. From books and DVDs, to outdoor apparel and furniture, you can rid your living space of unnecessary clutter and make fat cash while doing it. But you have a choice. You can simply list your items for sale on a site [...]
