This article was first published in Babes in Business 2009. The recent (and ongoing) variable economic climate together with the way in which it is reported could possibly lead to the highest level of financial stress that employees have ever experienced. Not a day goes by where we don't hear of … [Read more...]
Womens life insurance – Angela’s story could happen to anyone
Angela a 27 year old Human Resource Manager, celebrated Australia Day 2002 much like any other Australian with a barbecue and beer. No beer for Angela though, with only six weeks until the birth of their first child. Five days later, her whole world was turned upside down. Angela thought she just … [Read more...]
Book review: ‘On Your Own Two Feet’
It makes me happy to see others finding value in my book to help women gain financial independence. Over on SavingsRoom the fabulous Penina Petersen has said wonderful things about my book, including: Due to my busy lifestyle I tend to read in ‘bite-size’ chunks, which is why I loved ‘On Your … [Read more...]
Creating a financial safety net
Although I believe in living fully in the present moment I also believe in putting in place safety nets for the future. Recently a mum, with two young children, came to me for advice. Her husband had died and she was trying to work her way through the muddle of insurances. Her husband did have … [Read more...]
How your family tree can affect financial planning
Ever wondered how your family tree can mean what you want or thought might happen with an inheritance might turn out very differently? Do you have a Will in place? Is it an appropriate Will for the complexity of your situation? Will your inheritance be challenged? Will it incur a lot of taxes you … [Read more...]