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Energy costs continue to rise across Australia, with the Australia Bureau of Statistics reporting that electricity prices are up 72 percent, and other energy prices up by 45 percent.

The decision to purchase a home or rent requires looking at the bigger picture. It’s important to ensure you earn enough to not only cover your mortgage repayments, but insurances, maintenance, interest rate increases and other expenses, should you choose to buy.

As many small, medium and even large business operators know, it can often be a real challenge to pack all the equipment, furniture and accessories a small business needs while at the same time keeping at sleek and professional in appearance.

Location, Location, Location! That old chestnut has been around for years and will be around for many more to come. That’s because choosing where to buy property is one of the most important decisions you will have to make, whether it’s your first home, downsizing from your old home, or …

With the way modern finances work, it’s becoming incredibly difficult to go through life without owning and using a credit card. In fact, many experts argue that for anyone looking to make large purchases or manage their finances in an intelligent and safe manner, a credit card is indispensable. However, …

Buying a brand new car gives a certain thrill, but it may not always be the most financial sound decision. A new car depreciates in value by as much as 40% during its first year on the road, with a whopping 20% coming off the second it drives off the …

Without the proper planning, you can run through the money in your inheritance in as little as two years. Legacy Partners Financial Group President Jason Flurry sees this happen often enough to unprepared heirs.

Trust funds may seem as the province of the wealthy in the modern world, but establishing one comes with a lot of benefits, regardless of your financial status. Essentially, they are financial tools that are set up for persons, organizations and charities, and they allow them to set provisions on …

If you’re in the market for life insurance cover, you’re one of the smart ones! According to a 2013 survey, a growing number of Australians are underinsured, or uninsured altogether. So, if you don’t know how everything works, you’re not alone. Life insurance cover can be tricky, so let’s go …

Having a bad credit score may make you look like a risk to any moneylender. Living in the moment is not an option. In the future, your financial situation may be different and you may want to borrow for a home, holiday or car. Having a bad credit rating now …