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6 essential tips for safe travel during bushfire season
November 25, 2019
As most of us would be aware, Australia is prone to experiencing bushfires. And as BIG4 has parks dotted all over the country, it’s a given that we have a presence in regions where bushfires can hit. Whether you’re travelling to, from, or within your holiday destination, we want you to have fun and enjoy...Read More
Banking and credit scams
November 25, 2019
How to identify and avoid credit scams Scammers have clever ways to get your banking, credit card or personal details, and to trick you out of your money by offering you a loan. Credit card scams Scammers don't need to steal your credit card to take your money - all they need are your card...Read More
6 ways to stay well in retirement
November 25, 2019
A fulfilling retirement isn’t just about money, it’s about staying healthy, active and connected So much of preparing for retirement is about the dollars and cents. Working out whether a transition to retirement strategy works for you. Deciding which type of income stream is appropriate to deliver the right balance between income and capital gain....Read More
14 jaw-dropping Australian natural attractions
November 19, 2019
Sometimes we don’t appreciate what we have in our own backyard. This is despite the plethora of astounding natural attractions that are sprinkled all over the country. Some of these fascinating wonders wouldn’t be out of place on another planet. Others are so ridiculously beautiful, you could stare at them all day. It’s time to...Read More
How to be an effective leader: 6 tips
November 19, 2019
Leading is tougher than managing If you manage people, you'll know it can be hard work. Every employee is different, with unique needs, desires and motivations. Each has their own strengths and weaknesses. And you have to figure those out if you want to get the best out of your staff. But leading is even...Read More
Three key ingredients to improve your odds of outperformance
November 19, 2019
Is there a special recipe equity investors can follow to outperform the returns from the broader market? Based on the latest performance scorecard of Australian active investment managers released in September by S&P Dow Jones Indices, if that recipe does exist, most professional portfolio managers don't have it. The SPIVA Australia Scorecard covering the year...Read More
10 Morning Habits Damaging your Health
November 11, 2019
The first things we do each morning set the tone for the entire day ahead. If we awake tired and stressed, versus energized and ready to take on the day, most likely that feeling will stick with us throughout the rest of the day, affecting more than just our mood. That’s seven chances each week...Read More
Understanding cash flow
November 11, 2019
Understanding cash flow in the time it takes to play a game of solitaire. In the time that it takes to go through your deck and figure out your game strategy, this article will help you understand what cash flow is and how to write a cash flow statement. That’s only two minutes of reading...Read More
Rebooting for retirement
November 11, 2019
As retirement comes into view, it’s time to imagine a new you for the post-work age. You remember your first day at school, your first job, your first home. And now your final pay check is in sight. You’re nearly there. That’s quite an achievement. How to be trigger happy As with other big life...Read More
Holiday Debt Regret: How to Avoid it
November 4, 2019
One thing that's guaranteed to leave you feeling on top of the world, is a holiday. That’s until, along with the plane descending towards home, you sink into the beginnings of holiday debt regret. Even thinking about getting an Uber from the airport leaves you in a state of panic about dwindling your funds further....Read More