Are Frequent Flyer Credit Cards Worth the Time and Money?

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Frequent flyer credit cards present an opportunity to gain rewards by simply spending money.  Australians love these programs as they earn points and exchange them for cheaper flights or electronics, gift cards, or fashion from frequent flyer stores.  But what is the actual dollar cost of taking part in the program?  How much does any “free” item cost?  We discover the true cost of frequent flyer credit cards.

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How to Prepare for Increasing Cost of Living Pressures in Australia 

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Cost of living in Australia is hard to ignore when you feel it every day.  The cost of everything is increasing. Housing, petrol, food, and clothes.  It’s becoming a daily battle of not spending and prioritizing expenses as household budgets are being blown to smithereens.  The inflation rate is 6.1 percent – a 21 year high, so what can we do about it? And how do we prepare for the ongoing cost of living pain?

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Rich Dad Poor Dad Review: + Four Big New Insights Discussed

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Robert Kiyosaki is the Sergeant Pepper of Financial Independence.  Where the Beatles revolutionized the way music is recorded with that seminal album, Kiyosaki did the same for financial independence with his Rich Dad Poor Dad book.  It’s filled with unconventional and interesting advice such as “Savers are losers” and “the rich don’t work for money”.  And like Sergeant Pepper, the book is still important and revolutionary today. Read the Moneyman Review and learn 4 Big Insights from this masterpiece that can help you on your Financial Independence journey.  

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Warren Buffett Quote and Ultimate Insights to Beat Inflation

Warren Buffett is the man. Any self-respecting investor know of him. Most will quote him. The “Oracle of Omaha” has a net worth of $100 billion as of June 2022 but you wouldn’t know it. Warren Buffett lives a humble life, drives a normal car and enjoys drinking coke. He has had McDonalds for breakfast everyday for the past 5 decades. Buffett is widely considered the most successful investor of our lifetime. In the age of inflation and daily doomsday scenarios, what does Warren Buffet recommend as your next investment? No, not tech stocks or commodities. The answer is invest in yourself. 

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WeMoney Review: The Best, Free Budgeting and Personal Finance App

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In this WeMoney review, discover why the WeMoney app is the greatest free way to manage your personal finances in one place. It’s more than a simple budget tracker, it focuses on financial wellness and touches all aspects of your financial life.  Securely connect your bank accounts, superannuation accounts, investment portfolios and track your net debt and net wealth.  It does it all.  Please read on and see if the WeMoney app is right for you in the Moneyman review. 

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Kogan Mobile Review: An Easy Way to Save Money

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In this Kogan Mobile Review, learn why Kogan Mobile is fantastic value. The phone plan is cheap and reliable, very flexible with lots of data and great coverage. Mailbox Moneyman has been using Kogan Mobile for over 2 years and believes that it is a great service at a fantastic price. But it may not be for everyone.  In this post, this Moneyman review will cover the Kogan Mobile plans 365 day plan and see how I saved $760 a year on mobile bills. And how you can do the same with a Kogan mobile plan. 

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Is Gold Investment Good for Everyday Investors in 2023?

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Is gold investment good for everyday investors? The big names say it should be 10% of your portfolio. And it should be used as a hedge against inflation. But do you really need it? Robert Kiyosaki and Peter Schiff are experts in gold investment. And they shine some light on why you need gold in your portfolio. Along with some key points on the history of gold, inflation and gold investment.

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Save Money with Tax Return 2021-2022 Tips You Need to Know

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Tax return time is a beautiful time of year. The air smells fresher when you know you’re probably going to get a tax refund. When your income tax return appears in your account, it feels like free money even though it was yours to begin with. You can pay off a debt or buy yourself something special. You deserve it. Unfortunately, the ATO are preparing to crack down on various types of claims in 2021-2022. The party-poopers. Don’t let them ruin tax time for you, learn what they are targeting to maximise your tax return 2021-2022.    

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Barefoot Investor Book Review and Top 5 Insights

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The Barefoot Investor book is a life changing read for any financial beginner.  In 9 easy steps, it provides a simple framework to follow and succeed that is not overwhelming.  From date nights, bank accounts, superannuation and beyond.  If you only read one book to begin your financial education, this … Read more…

Sergio Aragones Greatest Money Making Quote for Financial Inspiration

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Sergio Aragones is a prolific creator, artist and entrepreneur. He made millions contributing his drawings to Mad magazine from 1963 to 2020, where he described himself as “Doodler in Chief”. His wordless gag drawings were universally funny and used for magazines, books and TV. As a freelance artist that didn’t speak English, Sergio Aragones has been hustling since he made his first peso drawing cartoons in grade 3. He’s always been a cartoonist and a businessman, read on to learn about why he’s a Moneyman “Finspiration”.

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