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As the year draws to a close, you may find yourself reflecting on the year and what you have achieved. This is also a great time to revisit your personal finances to check in on the goals you set at the beginning of the year and review how you managed your expenses over the year. To help you get started with your end of year personal financial review, we have prepared a few areas of your finances you may like to revisit.

Throughout the festive season, it’s no secret that we all spend a bit more money than we should. You might even be someone who’s fighting the temptation to make impulse purchases, throwing your Christmas budget even further out the door. We’re here to tell you that doesn’t have to be the case, it is possible to do your Christmas shopping without impulse buying. Here are a few tips to try to help you avoid impulse buying this festive season.

With the festive season right around the corner, it’s time to start your Christmas shopping. You might be thinking about how much the festive season tends to drain your bank account, but we’re here to tell you it doesn’t have to be that way this year. It is possible to save for Christmas, it just takes a creative mind and some planning. Give these tips a go to help you start saving for Christmas!

Managing bills is one of those things no one wants to do but we all have to do, no matter how long it can take. If you’re finding paying your bills takes up more of your time than you’d like and you need a better overview of your expenses, there are a few strategies that could help. Try these strategies for effective expense management and it could just be the helping hand you need to stay on top of your bills.

Preparing to make a big purchase can be both an exciting and daunting experience. You may be wondering about saving for your big purchase and how to budget for something like a new car or new house (for example). There are a few strategies to try that could help you save for your big expense and ensure you’re equipped to handle any ongoing maintenance or expenses associated with your big purchase.

Anyone who’s spent many years of their life studying tertiary qualifications knows that living on a tight budget is key to getting the most bang for your buck. Budgeting as a student can be a little trickier as you often don’t have a regular source of income but still have living expenses to consider. Let’s take a look at some saving tips for students to help you keep on top of your spending and make the most of your time as a student.