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Virtual Currencies – Funny Money or Legal Tender?
Trading in virtual currencies requires membership in an online community connected by appropriate software, with the value usually being det
Dollar Cost Averaging 101
In turbulent times, when markets are flat or declining, dollar cost averaging into a diversified managed fund may well be the sensible way t
How exchange rates affect us
In a global economy there are many forces impacting on exchange rates and, try as they might, nobody can control the ups and downs.
“Tap and go” and then what?
It’s not just the easy money that cards provide; it’s the easy form of delivery via “tap and go” that’s pushing our debt to extraordinary le
What is money… really?
The difference between currency and real money and the issue of intrinsic value has implications for other investments. If you would like to
Switch and save
There are many more ideas– just look around your home to discover ways you can switch and save. Don’t forget to involve your kids. It will h
Buy now; pay later; manage carefully
The number of ‘buy now, pay later’ services is increasing. Afterpay, Certegy and zipPay are three examples.
Lending money to friends or family – should you do it?
You’ve worked hard, saved for retirement, paid off your home and raised your kids. You’re sitting on a nice little nest egg and expect life
Kids, Money & Apps
Children develop their own money ‘habits’ early. Their money personality shines through (spendthrift or hoarder, for example) and by underst
How’s your budget - surplus or deficit?
Budgets are also important on a personal level, especially when living costs are rising and uncertainty abounds. So it’s worth having a look
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