If you're taking out your first mortgage, you probably just want to get the paperwork done, have the process over with and move into your first home, right? But, once you've experienced mortgage debt for a while, you are more likely to take your time to find the right mortgage for you. After all, being actively involved in the mortgage process - comparing offers, support and experience - can make a huge difference to your financial position in the long run. To help you take con...

Have you ever wondered why you manage money the way you do? Do you like to view your growing bank balance on your mobile app? Perhaps you are a compulsive shopaholic showing little attention to how you will survive in the future? You may think that your money behaviour comes from your parents, but research is proving our habits aren't just based on our money lessons learnt as kids. Experts are revealing that brain chemistry plays a big role in your finance habits. The J...

There are many ways to declare your commitment to someone, but does marriage really mean you should also join bank accounts? You've said 'I do', dipped your toes in the turquoise waters of a tropical island somewhere, and now you're wondering if the smart money move is to join bank accounts with your newly-wed, right? After all, you are planning to start a family soon. But, before you call the bank, it's best to make sure you're both on the same financia...

If affording to take time off work when your baby arrives is important to you, read on. Your new bub may be a tiny tot, but she sure can cost you. Which is why taking these three steps before you move to one wage can make all the difference to your lifestyle as your family grows. 1. BUDGET FOR BABY
Like starting a family, moving to a budget can seem daunting to begin with, but once you get used to it, it will quickly become routine. Use FinancePath's Your Smart Money Tool...