‘Tis the season for wise spending decisions
by JBS Financial 19 Nov 2022
The festive holiday season is approaching, along with the temptation to spend and the post-Christmas budget hangover. Last year Australians spent about $1000 each for Christmas on presents, decorations, travel and charity donations. For 28 per cent of us, this expenditure meant using credit cards or buying now pay later (BNPL).i While many will use […]
READ MOREHow to spot and stop financial abuse
by JBS Financial 18 Nov 2022
Until recently, financial abuse was often kept secret, especially where it occurred within the family. Thankfully that’s changing with public awareness campaigns and help becoming more readily available. The emotional and economic damage caused by financial abuse can be far-reaching and devastating. A recent Australian report calculates that in 2020 alone, financial abuse victims lost […]
READ MOREby JBS Financial 5:33 pm 17 Nov 2022
Do you struggle to control your spending around your friends and family? If the urge to ‘keep up’ with a certain lifestyle is stretching your finances, … [ read more ]
by JBS Financial 9:56 am 17 Nov 2022
If you’ve recently split from your partner or are simply wondering what might happen if you do, you’ll need to keep your financial wits about you. … [ read more ]
by JBS Financial 10:42 am 03 Nov 2022
Is money the key to happiness? Numerous research reports and studies agree that having more money can improve well-being, but only up to a point. Once … [ read more ]
by JBS Financial 6:07 pm 31 Oct 2022
Losses to imposter bond investment scams have nearly tripled in the first half of this year, with consumers losing over $20 million to these sophisticated … [ read more ]
by JBS Financial 6:15 pm 13 Oct 2022
Higher interest rates can present unique opportunities for saving and potential portfolio rebalancing. As inflation continues to challenge the economy, … [ read more ]
by JBS Financial 6:13 pm 13 Oct 2022
You’re living the high life. No kids, no work, and lots of money! How could things get better? You’ve been in retirement for a little while now, and … [ read more ]
by JBS Financial 6:11 pm 13 Oct 2022
A good estate plan will help make sure your wishes are carried out when you die. It can also help if you become unable to make your own decisions. Estate … [ read more ]
by JBS Financial 4:21 pm 26 Sep 2022
So you’ve hit 60 – who’s excited? Retirement is just moments away. Many a noble person before you have taken these same steps, which is why you can … [ read more ]