Changes to the banking sector
This week’s column centres on the new payments platform which launched in Australia on Tuesday.
While not exclusively a legal issue, the changes will have...
10 questions you need to ask your insurer
Lots of different insurance companies offer lots of different coverage. What is most important is to protect your investment in your new vehicle. Sometimes...
What your new car warranty covers
A new car warranty is to cover you against any manufacturing default, and while warranties may vary slightly from manufacturer to manufacturer, they usually...
Quirky road rules you may not know about
Most of us know our mainstream road rules back to front.
There are some other road rules in New South Wales that you might not...
Why a proper test drive is so important
Spec Sheets are all well and good, however sometimes a car that looks great on paper may not be a great match for your...
Early access to our super
From social media platforms to conversations in the pub, people often want to know if they are able to access their super to pay...
Auto lingo explained
Buying a car is a big investment and if you’re buying for the first time, things can be a little bit confusing. Having to...
Why DIY Will kits are dangerous
A lot of people die without a Will, which means that the division of their assets after they die is determined by legislation set...
Emotions guiding our investment decisions
All too often, human nature causes us to be overly influenced by our emotions rather than logic. This is particularly relevant when it comes...
Making safety a priority
The Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) has this week announced that they will be introducing new crash ratings starting from January 2018.
ANCAP will...
Car dealerships giving back
Along with the happiness, excitement, love and fun, the Christmas season also brings with it a reminder to everyone of those less fortunate that...
Get your car serviced before your Christmas road trip
As we are all aware the Christmas and New Year holiday season is almost upon us, and many of us have booked to take...
How to boost your retirement savings
We all know the old adage, if it seems too good to be true it probably is! This is almost always the case; however...
Top three factors to consider when buying a new family car
Christmas is just around the corner, and for many people this brings with it a family road trip during the holiday break.
We get a...
Getting the best car finance deal
Everyone wants “the best deal” right? Well, here’s a few little tips to make sure you protect your credit rating and ensure you get...
Buying a new or used car from a dealership can be fun
Outside of a house, for most of us a new vehicle is the next major purchase, replacing your current motor vehicle or buying your...
Helping your kids enter the property market
It has never been harder to enter the housing market with the average household now spending 40 per cent of net income on their...
We’ve lost the middle ground
For as long as I can remember my Opa has had a bowl of ice cream for dessert every night without fail.
For as long...
The difference the right insurance can make
Coincidentally, I spoke to two tradies recently who both suffered serious long-term injuries from seemingly innocuous workplace falls, with vastly different results.
The first tradie...
Investment bonds still have a place
In the 70’s and 80’s an investment bond, also known as an insurance bond, was a very popular investment vehicle that went out of...