Reading Time: 1 Minute Negative gearing is about as controversial of a topic as you can get in investing here in Australia. It’s always in the media and generates a lot of attention. So what is it, when should you do it and is it still relevant today? Watch the video to find out! Transcript: Today’s video we are going to be talking about one of the most controversial topics in investing here in Australia and that is on negative gearing, and whether it is still relevant in today’s environment. What is it? Many of us will remember Labor losing the unlosable election last year, with one of its key…
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PROPERTY VS SHARES – The Age Old Debate, Which One Is Better? (Youtube Video)
Reading Time: 1 Minute Hey everyone, so for decades, the debate has raged on. Property or shares? In this video, we look at the pros and cons of each and what you need to consider before jumping into either market, hope you enjoy! Transcript: Today we will be discussing one of the most common questions in investing, should I invest in property or shares? In this video we will walk through the basic pros and cons of each and also which one may be suitable for you. Shares Everyone knows what shares are, you find a company and buy a share of that company based on its future prospects. Or…
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1 Easy Way To Build Your Retirement You MUST Know (Youtube Video)
Reading Time: 1 Minute Hey everyone, I thought I would share a very simple and easy way to build your retirement savings here in Australia, and that is salary sacrificing! Retirement might be far away for many of us, but at the end of the day – it’s still our money. So have a watch of what’s involved with salary sacrificing into superannuation. Transcript: Today’s video is on 1 quick and easy way to maximize your retirement earnings, and that is on salary sacrificing. What is salary sacrificing? Salary sacrifice is when you agree to receive less income before tax, in return for your employer to provide you with benefits…
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8 Streams of Income Anyone Can Start (Youtube Video)
Reading Time: 1 Minute Hello everyone, a very quick video on the different income streams anyone can start today. Many of us only have the one income source – our jobs, but as we have seen in the last few months, it’s never more paramount to diversify our income streams so you have others to fall back on. Transcript: Today’s video is on a very important topic in personal finance, and that is about building different streams of income. Most people only have one source, that is their job. But as events this year have shown, it’s never more important to diversify your income streams so if one fails, you…
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How To Create An Emergency Fund (Youtube Video)
Reading Time: 1 Minute Greetings everyone! As promised, a short and insightful video on how to create an emergency fund. The importance of an emergency fund has never been more paramount than in the last few months. Go on, watch the video! Transcript: Today’s video is on the how, what and why of having an emergency fund. As this year has shown, now is the time to start boosting that fund! What is an emergency fund? An emergency fund is money you set aside to cover unexpected or urgent bills such as unexpected medical bills, an urgent car repair or perhaps unexpected travel expenses (like if you’re stuck overseas and…
