Independent and unbiased money tips for young people
This article was written for those lucky few who are in the enviable position of having enough savings to pay off their HECS debt. There is a lot of conflicting advice on whether you should or shouldn’t pay off your HECS – HELP debt. … >Read More
A question that we often get asked is ‘I’m not sure whether I should rent or buy?” While there are some key tips to keep in mind, as everyone’s situation is different, the only way to answer that question is to work it out yourself. … >Read More
As Australians, we are all obsessed with real estate. Investing in real estate has rightly been called ‘the nation’s favourite past time’. Owning an investment property, or three, in addition to owning your own home is a goal of many an Australian. In addition to this, … >Read More
You may have read this title and done a double take. Why are the Money Hackers advocating racking up numerous credit cards? Isn’t paying off credit card debt one of the most basic things you can do to improve your finances? But of course. We … >Read More
So you’ve been working hard and have been disciplined enough to save some of that hard earned moolah. You’ve got a nice little pile in your bank account…but what now? Here at The Money Hackers, we believe in getting your money to work as hard … >Read More
Do you like to travel? Silly question, of course you do, you’re a ‘millennial’. Whether you’re a seasoned wanderluster or a total newbie, read on to find out how to get your travel finances in order. Specifically, you will learn how to: Never need to … >Read More
Buying Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) are the same as buying shares. The following is a beginner’s guide on how to purchase either using an online broker. At a high level, the basic steps are: 1. Find an online broker. 2. Register with that broker which sets … >Read More
For those who are interested to get into the sharemarket, here is an easy to follow step by step guide to buying stocks and exchange traded funds (ETFs) through an online broker. 1. Pick a broker Choosing an online broker is similar to choosing a … >Read More