This week’s money saving tip works in reverse, saving you money by not lending it! When I was in my twenties, I was earning good money and still living at home without any financial responsibilities. I’m guessing this is why a relative asked me to lend him money to finish building a house. When I asked now much he wanted, his reply was “as much as you can spare as my bank i... read more>

This week we came across some great advice from US blogger Len Penzo about preparing for retirement. We’ve “Australianised” it where applicable but no matter where you live, it’s a worthwhile read. While researching for the newsletter this week, I came across some great advice on a US website about preparing for retirement. I’ve “Australianised&r... read more>

SUPERANNUATION Back in July after the Coalition won the Federal Election our own Christopher Zinn sent a letter to the PM on behalf of the FiftyUp Club. In it, Chris described the results of our survey which showed that 35% of you were worried by changes to super tax concessions. The letter went on to say  “while our membership has in the past been supportive to some reforms th... read more>

Each day, we summarise the biggest cost of living stories around the country so you can get your Hip Pocket News in no time.    ELECTRICITY    AGL profit per household tops $100  Publication: The Sydney Morning Herald One-sentence summary: AGL’s profit boosted substantially per customer as household pricing has gone from $86 to $108.   ... read more>

Each day, we summarise the biggest cost of living stories around the country so you can get your Hip Pocket News in no time. ELECTRICITY Ausgrid buyer faces strict rules over prices, safety and workers Publication: The Australian One-sentence summary: The successful buyer of Ausgrid electricity network will be subject to strict safeguard restrictions on pricing, staffing and oth... read more>