(03) 9020 2905Right now for Gen Xers? Not so much. There’s gas aplenty being produced in Canberra – enough to lift a flotilla of hot air balloons. But actual change to date? … Read More The Federal Government is six months old – what’s changed?
Category Archives: Your Money Gen X
What is one crucial thing for your generation of women to know about money?
DING! Ding! Ring the bell, boys! Round 43,817 of Battle of the Sexes is … ON! Well, no, not at all. This ain’t no man-versus-woman thing. It’s a fact that … Read More What is one crucial thing for your generation of women to know about money?
What are some of the best ways to protect your money from financial scammers?
Become a hippy and renounce all material things. Find yourself a commune and grow things from seed. Eat nuts and berries with other people who smell. I’d consider that, but … Read More What are some of the best ways to protect your money from financial scammers?
Shares versus property – what is your preferred investment at the moment?
Awww, no fair. Love ’em both. It’s like trying to pick which of my DebtKids is my “preferred child”. But the question asks “at the moment”. (And given my kids … Read More Shares versus property – what is your preferred investment at the moment?
What is an inexpensive way to say “I love you” on Valentine’s Day without looking like a cheapskate?
Go to video store (do they still exist?). Rent Top Gun. Fast forward to bar scene. Practice You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feeling by Maverick. Corny … absolutely. But if your … Read More What is an inexpensive way to say “I love you” on Valentine’s Day without looking like a cheapskate?
Should you listen to financial advice from family and friends or only take advice from qualified professionals?
Advisers? Thppppt! Bunch of overpaid Porsche-driving salesmen! Opinions from family and friends are free. Just listen to lots and make up your own mind. What’s the worst that can happen? … Read More Should you listen to financial advice from family and friends or only take advice from qualified professionals?
What are your best cures for a holiday season spending hangover?
Mmmm, tough one. Big headache. But, never fear, like Blackadder’s Baldrick, I have some cunning plans. How painful the solution depends on exactly how hard you shopped in December. For … Read More What are your best cures for a holiday season spending hangover?
School starts again soon, and so do the expenses. How do you prevent an education budget blow-out?
HOME schooling! The perfect solution. And it’s not just cheap. The other cool advantages include your child will always be top of the class, it’s okay to take them on … Read More School starts again soon, and so do the expenses. How do you prevent an education budget blow-out?
What are three financial priorities your generation should set for 2014?
Noooo! Where did 2013 go? Say it ain’t over! Can we just rewind and replay a little bit of this year first? Equity markets stayed on the boil, property markets … Read More What are three financial priorities your generation should set for 2014?
The lower Aussie dollar has hit people’s travel plans. How can you reduce the impact on your budget?
Don’t take holidays – work till you die. Looks like the government wants to increase age pension qualification to approximately 93 anyway, so you might not have a choice. Seriously, … Read More The lower Aussie dollar has hit people’s travel plans. How can you reduce the impact on your budget?