22 February 2018 - Market Volatility in 2018

The extreme market volatility witnessed over the last few weeks may not be over yet, with some commentators expecting more chaotic selling in the weeks and months ahead. While talk of the next financial crisis is a big stretch, rising inflation in the US could lead to renewed fears and ongoing unpredictability if interest rates increase at a faster rate than expected. Despite current calm conditions following the meltdown, make no mistake, market volatility could return at any moment.

19 February 2018 - Popular Rental Suburbs

Not all locations are created equal when it comes to rental demand, with some Australian suburbs much more popular than others. Proximity to universities, entertainment venues and other amenities play a huge role when people decide where to live, as do affordability considerations and current supply levels. Let's take a look at the most popular places to rent in Australia within a 20km radius of a major CBD using data provided by realestate.com.au (REA).

13 February 2018 - Benefits of Ketogenic Diet

The ketogenic diet has become extremely popular over the last few years, with this low-carb diet also known as the keto diet, low carb diet, and low carb high fat (LCHF) diet among other names. While this diet is used in medicine primarily for the treatment of difficult-to-treat epilepsy in children, it has also become widely associated with weight loss and disease prevention. According to a new study published in the journal Science, the ketogenic diet could even be used to slow down the ageing process.

09 February 2018 - Maximalism in the Modern Home

The days of minimalism in interior design may finally be coming to an end, with home-owners demanding more colour, extra vibrancy, and a greater degree of individuality in their living spaces. Maximalism can be defined as decorating with lots of stuff, with designers in 2018 getting excited again about things like colour combinations, mismatching styles, and good old-fashioned personality. Let's take a look at the state of maximalism in the modern home and see how you can spice up your interiors in 2018.

02 February 2018 - The Future of Flying

The aviation industry is expanding around the world, as advancements in technology continue to push air travel into exciting new directions. Because new planes are expensive to build and designed to stand the tests of time, the pace of innovation we are witnessing today is only seen once every couple of decades. From electric propulsion and satellite navigation through to long-haul services and supersonic aircraft, let's take a look at some of the trends likely to dominate the aviation industry over the next few years.   

22 January 2018 - Aussies Face Credit Card Debt after Christmas

Australia started 2018 with a collective credit card hangover, with national Christmas debt worth $29 billion according to an analysis of Reserve Bank data by Finder. On average, each person in the country racked up $1,727 worth of debt during December - more than many people are capable of paying back without generating interest. While most Aussies plan on paying of their credit card debt in three months or less, according to analysts, some people will take a year or more to wipe the slate clean.

19 January 2018 - Crackdown on Foreign Buyers

The property market is set to change in Australia, with further price declines likely as state and federal governments initiate an aggressive crackdown on foreign investors. The Federal government has already introduced ownership caps and removed capital gains tax exemptions for overseas buyers, as NSW and Victorian state governments start their own initiatives in an effort to stop unsustainable price growth. The crackdown will mostly affect Chinese investors, who are also facing moves by their own government to prevent money flowing offshore.

15 January 2018 - Work from Home Trends in 2018

Working from home is having a moment, with the number of telecommuting and freelance workers increasing dramatically over the last few years. There are many reasons for this increase, including access to faster telecommunications networks, more flexible working conditions, changing family dynamics, and cities choked with traffic. As workers across the Western world increasingly look to forgo traditional job sites in favour of virtual desks, let's take a look at some of the trends to look out for in 2018.

12 January 2018 - How to Keep Your New Year's Resolutions

New Year's resolutions are notoriously difficult to keep, with unrealised goals often leading to feelings of guilt and shame as the months roll by. In order to avoid this cycle of failure and regret, it's important to take a long hard look at your life and come up with a realistic plan that matches your intentions with the outcomes you desire. Imagination plays an important role in this process, both in setting your goals and in working out the specific changes necessary to create the life you want.

08 January 2018 - World's Most Expensive Alcohol

Alcoholic beverages are widely appreciated, having been consumed across the world throughout history for religious and recreational reasons. While most of us are content drinking inexpensive beer and wine products made for the masses, a wide variety of luxury alcohol is also available for those who can afford it. From rare bottles of wine and whisky through to extravagant cocktails with matching price tags, let's take a look at the world's most expensive alcohol products and take a sneak peak at how the other half live.