Travel Hacks Series - Money
Having access to money when you travel is essential, and if something happens where you can’t access that money has the potential to ruin your entire trip. Unlike losing your suitcase or backpack where you can typically go and buy a new one, admittedly with some inconvenience. When you can’t access your money, you’re usually in a real jam. So, this is why I have back-ups and separate out our money into buckets.
Travel Hacks Series - Flights
Building upon our first travel-focused post on Extreme Goal Setting: Crafting a 5-Year Travel Plan, flights are often the biggest expense when planning an international voyage. But don’t let the high seas of airfare prices leave you stranded! With the right tools and strategies, you can navigate your way to incredible savings and smoother journeys. Let’s hoist the sails and dive into some practical tips to help you save money and make your flights more comfortable.
2024 Investment Performance Wrap Up
With the 2024 year coming to a close, we have taken a look at our investment performance for the year and are really happy with the results.
Super: A guide for Australians
Superannuation, or "super," is a key part of financial planning for Australians. It's designed to help individuals save money for their retirement. Despite its importance, many people don't fully understand how super works or how to make the most of it. This guide will explain what superannuation is, how employer contributions work, and the benefits of contributing extra early in your career.
Extreme Goal Setting: Crafting a 5-Year Travel Plan
Planning your dream travels doesn't have to be a distant goal. Our step-by-step guide to crafting a 5-year travel plan outlines how to choose destinations, estimate costs, and calculate monthly savings. From Europe to New Zealand, Japan, and Maui, turn your travel dreams into reality. Learn how to create a dedicated savings plan, adjust as needed, and stay disciplined. Embrace the benefits of focused savings, proactive goal setting, and enhanced financial awareness. Start planning today for unforgettable adventures!
What in the Multiverse? The Investible Universe and Core-Satellite Portfolio Strategy
When you start investing, it's essential to understand the concept of the investible universe. This term refers to all the possible investments available to you, like stocks, bonds, real estate, and other assets.
The FIRE Movement: Origins and the FICE concept.
The FIRE movement stands for "Financial Independence, Retire Early." It's a lifestyle movement that encourages people to save and invest a large portion of their income so they can retire much earlier than the traditional retirement age.
Navigating Financial Storms: Building Your Emergency Savings Fund
Before you hoist the sails and head out to sea, you need to make sure your ship is equipped to handle unexpected challenges. In the same way, an emergency savings fund serves as your financial lifeboat, ready to rescue you when unforeseen expenses arise.
Navigating Your Investments: What is an Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF)?
Have you ever dreamed of sailing smoothly through the sea of investments, but found yourself lost in a maze of complex terms and options? Well, worry no more! Let's set sail together and explore the simplicity of Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs).
What are Index Funds?
Demystifying Index Funds: A Beginner's Guide to Building Wealth with Passive Investing.
One of the simplest ways to start investing and achieving diversification is via and index fund, but what is an index fund.