Spending

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Rent, Buy or Pay TV – What is best?

When I was growing up the concept of having pay TV was somewhat alien to me. It was expensive and therefore in my adolescent brain only the “rich” people had it. I did not believe I was missing out on much as free to air tv had an array of popular television shows and Saturday [...]

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Things We Shouldn’t Pay Money For

Ever wondered where you hard earned pay went each month? Maybe you are spending money on things that you should be paying money for. Chances are you are like me, you spend money on things that could likely be done yourself but you feel too lazy to do so.

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5 Things I Want To Buy But Shouldn’t

I find myself constantly wanting to buy things, spend my money and acquire a million different things that I probably don’t actually need. Even though I am saving my money currently for a major trip overseas and my rainy day fund, I still find it hard to resist buying new things for myself. It made [...]

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Tipping in Australia (Do you leave a tip or not?)

This is a topic that is rarely covered (or at least I am yet to see it covered), do you need to leave a tip in Australia for service or goods someone has provided you?

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Spend money on the things you love, wisely

There’s a fine line between treating yourself to a small indulgence you clearly deserve and indulging yourself without restraint. A trip to the shopsl to get a manicure can easily turn into a spa manicure plus pedicure followed by a few bangles and a new pair of shoes to show off your perfect tens. With [...]

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Money Do’s and Dont’s for Singles

When you’re young, single and work, live and play in the city, it’s easy to get carried away with your lifestyle — and the price tag that comes with it. Especially as you start getting approved for credit cards with generous limits and everything around you starts to appear more affordable, and attainable. It starts [...]

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