Over the last few years, there have been plenty of stories in our news sources about mostly casual and part-time employees being underpaid, and it’s not only corner shops and celebrity chefs being caught out, but our big national corporations as well. And while most of the issues have been related to overtime and other entitlements, regular, full-time salaried workers are not immune from being short-changed – especially in the area of superannuation.
Tips for keeping your money under control during the coronavirus pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic is pushing many Aussies into financial stress. Job cuts, reduced hours and business closures have affected the take-home pay of millions of Aussies, with a full return to normal still a long way off.
If you’re struggling at the moment or you just want to batten down the hatches, below are eight simple ways to shape up your finances during this time.
Review your spending habits
Investment strategies during economic downturn
The economic impact of coronavirus has seen share market values plunge during recent times. This means there may be opportunities for investors to snap up a bargain, provided they do their research.
For first-time investors, deciding where to put your cash can be daunting, especially while the market is still volatile. The best thing to do when getting started with share trading is to learn more about investment strategies you can follow when entering the market.
Require Business Financing? Look for Options other than Bank Finance
Financing is important for small businesses in a variety of ways. Needing quick money often has connotations of having poor cash flow and not being able to meet your short-term liabilities. This is far from the only reason for needing business financing though.
Financing is often a solution for growth projects when businesses owners do not want to dilute equity any further. The conventional way to grow is to sell a portion of the company to an investor, in which you can raise perhaps hundreds of thousands without adding to your debt.
The Ultimate Guide to Paying off Mortgages
Today’s post comes from Alex. He blogs over at www.MutilateTheMortgage.com and is a fellow Australian based and focused financial site. Head over there to find out how to go from “no idea” to mortgage free in under 10 years!
Did you know that paying off your mortgage in 10 years can be setup quickly and is in fact very easy to do? It’s true! Just a quick alteration in how you pay your home loan can save you hundreds of thousands of dollars.
5 Reasons You Should Consider A Low Rate Personal Loan In 2020
From time to time, almost everyone finds themselves in a situation where there is simply not enough money to do the things that you want to do. When these circumstances arise, taking out a low rate personal loan can be a prudent financial choice. However, many people are hesitant to take on new debt because they feel like their reasons are not valid.
These days, there are many legitimate reasons why you should consider a personal loan. Personal loans are an effective way of accessing enough extra cash to finish projects, make major purchases, or pursue life-changing experiences. This is rather vague, however.
Choosi Dollar Report Provides Insights on Aussie Money Management
Personal finance isn’t a very fun topic to discuss at dinner parties. However, consumers need to be financially literate if they are to thrive. The Choosi Dollar Report 2019 researched the spending habits of Australian citizens and their understanding of financial issues.
A number of important issues were highlighted in this report. The key points are listed below.
Are Australians Stressed About Money?
Australians have become more uneasy about their financial situations in recent years. The report shows that half of Australians experience concerns about their money on a weekly or even daily basis. The majority of Australians are unable to maintain the same standard of living, as inflation erodes the value of their paychecks. The survey showed that 62% of Australians said they were unable to keep up with cost of living increases. It also showed that 44.6% of Australians feel anxious about their debt at least most of the time, if not all of the time.
What are Credit Card Instalment Plans?
Several different credit cards let cardholders pay off a portion or some of their outstanding balance through an instalment plan. These payment options break down your balance into monthly instalments spread over a fixed time or predetermined rate. For example, if you had a $1,000 balance and set up an instalment plan over ten months, you’d pay $100 per month instead of paying it all off at once. This is a basic calculation used as an example only, it does not include the addition of interest to the amount borrowed.
6 tips to save on your mortgage interest
Taking out a mortgage is the largest financial commitment that most Australians will make in their lifetime. If you invest in a property you could be making repayments for the next 30 years. This article will focus on a number of tips that can help you save interest on your mortgage and pay off the debt on your home at a faster rate.
1. Pay large sums into your loan
Rather than spending any large lump sums you receive, pay them straight into your loan. Think of larger windfalls as an excellent opportunity to reduce the overall interest on your loan and therefore the overall cost of your mortgage. Unexpected windfalls can include:
What to look for when deciding on a super fund
Apart from buying a house, superannuation is likely to be one of the biggest investments that you will make in your lifetime. Understanding your options and making the right decision can make the difference between scraping by or having that well-deserved, worry-free retirement.
In 2005, new legislation was introduced that put the power of super firmly in the consumer’s hands and gave many Australians like yourself the power to choose which fund your contributions would be made into.
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