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Saving for the holiday season
Posted by Chris Collard
on 26 November 2019
Firstly, a holiday budget should include ALL your expenses. Often the biggest holiday spending culprits aren't just the gifts you put under the tree, there are also the annual get-togethers with friends, tickets for raffles around the office to support local charities, teacher gifts, the office Secret Santa - the list goes on. Here are six ways to have a great holiday season on a budget.
Make a list
Make a list of who you have to shop for and ask yourself if you're really e...
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4 key benefits of downsizing for your next home
Posted by Mark Attard
on 8 October 2019
If you think downsizing is a step backwards, think again. There are many reasons why downsizing has become a popular choice for homeowners, especially retirees. Let's take a look.
1. Less maintenance and upkeep
While larger properties offer more space, they also require more cleaning, gardening and upkeep. For some, the time and money involved can be better spent elsewhere.
This is especially applicable if the kids have left home and certain areas of the property are no longer bei...
Posted in:DownsizingRetirementBuilding WealthReducing Debt |
8 low-maintenance indoor plants to buy in 2019
Posted by Chris Collard
on 13 March 2019
Whether you want to give your home a bit of a jungle vibe or you're looking for an easy way to add a splash of colour, there's an indoor plant for that. These are the house plants set to take over living rooms and lacklustre corners in 2019, plus how to care for them.
Indoor plants have seen a huge renaissance over the last few years. From cafes and offices to benchtops and bedrooms, indoor greenery has become synonymous with interior style and design. If you're looking for...
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Directors' Report - Oct 10
Posted by Chris Collard
on 10 October 2018
Welcome to the next edition of the Directors' Report
The guys are back in front of the camera, giving you an update on the first quarter of the financial year. With the Royal Commission still in the headlines, Chris and Mark provide a balanced view on the findings so far and what to expect from here.
All properties and personal circumstances are different and if you need to know what your options are please give us a call on 1300 780 440.
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Posted in:Financial planningfinancial stressBanksRoyal CommissionFinancepath TeamFirst Home BuyersRetirementBuilding WealthUpgrade My HomeReducing Debt |
10 Open inspection tips for home buyers
Posted by Mark Attard
on 9 October 2018
Spring is here and if you're in the market to buy a property during the busiest time of year, you'll be hitting the open inspection circuit in a big way! Vendors and real estate agents will be using their best tactics to make you fall in love with their properties and entice you to pay top price. Here are some tips to help you see past the cosmetics and help you determine the right price to pay for the home of your dreams.
Do some research beforehand
Vendors and ...
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