Australian personal finance news, tips and advices.
It’s safe to mention that cryptocurrency is risky. For one, inefficient trading may lead to more financial loss than gain. Still, it’s possible to reduce potential losses and increase profit opportunities by understanding the fundamentals. In particular, you should learn the ins-and-outs of cryptocurrency maps, charts, and prices.
Continue reading to know some essential aspects of these topics. By reading this article, you should gain sufficient knowledge of trading cryptocurrency. ... (read more)
Getting approved for a loan or credit card isn’t always easy. Potential customers often have to jump through multiple hoops as part of the application process, and there’s no guarantee that this will result in a lender’s tick of approval either.
But this process may soon become easier for borrowers.
In late September, the government announced that it plans to stimulate the economy by removing the responsible lending obligation from the National Consumer Credit Protection Act (2009). ... (read more)
In any industry, one can never keep away from accounting processes. Any calculations in any business can be complex and tiresome. This is one reason why entrepreneurs—even small-scale ones—should hire a reliable accounting firm to handle all their accounting needs.
If you’re that kind of business owner, there are many accounting firms you can rely on these days. However, know that every company offers different services and varies in terms of reputation. Even if you’re in one country or state, quality offers may differ from firm to firm. ... (read more)
Working out how much you will have to pay for child care is one of the most important parts of the early stages of choosing a centre for your children to attend.
Costs of care can vary widely but most families across Australia will qualify for some Government relief, with the actual amounts received depending on your family’s personal circumstances.
The following five things are essential to know as you work out precisely how much support your family is eligible to receive. ... (read more)
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“Brick Oven Special Pizza” (CC BY-SA 2.0) by Mike Saechang
Enjoying a delicious freshly-cooked takeaway meal at home is one of life’s simple pleasures. It’s a moment in time when you can relax and unwind with family or friends and sample some of your favourite foods without even having to lift a finger in the kitchen yourself. Unfortunately, for people who need to tighten their financial belts to save money for a house deposit or to pay off that loan, takeaways tend to be one of the first things binned from the luxuries list. That’s without even attempting to find other ways of cutting back and keeping enough cash for a couple of takeaway treats each month.
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If you have turned on the TV or been scrolling through your social media feeds you will probably have noticed, you are being bombarded with ads for Solar. From Government rebates to eliminating bills, every ad seems to promise the world. Installing Solar Panels is a great way to reduce your carbon footprint and help the environment but does installing solar really save you money?
The short answer in a lot of cases is yes (if done properly). With rebates available (STC’s), the high cost of power in Australia and technology advances, it does. However, if some poor decisions are made along the way, it can be a massive waste of money. ... (read more)