Rising Tide Blog

• Cut up your credit cards, start planning and give a little!
  by Matt Hale. Sun Dec 13, 2015
  2015 is drawing to a close and it's time once again, to reflect on the year that has been. Whether we like to admit it or not, our financial situation...keep reading
• IOU’s, hand-me-downs and a goat – It’s time to reconsider your approach to Christmas
  by Matt Hale. Sun Nov 22, 2015
  Many of us enter a state of denial around Christmas time. Our desire to spoil the people we love with extravagant parties and heart-felt gifts takes o...keep reading
• Smart ways to cash up before Christmas
  by Matt Hale. Mon Nov 16, 2015
  The festive season is fast approaching but before you go reaching for that trusty credit card that you'll likely spend the first half of next year pay...keep reading
• Trauma Insurance: Do You Really Need It Or Not?
  by Matt Hale. Mon Oct 26, 2015
  Nobody likes to think about getting sick, or worse still - the event that you may need to call on something as severe as Trauma Insurance. Getting so ...keep reading
• Buyer beware – Is it a good idea to buy off the plan?
  by Matt Hale. Mon Oct 12, 2015
  The lure of buying off the plan can be tempting for first homebuyers. On the surface, it seems like a great idea with minimal upfront costs and a shin...keep reading
• Why we need to say yes to the sharing economy
  by Matt Hale. Sun Oct 4, 2015
  There are so many great things about the sharing economy.  For me though, the number one advantage for every day Australians is the fact that it pres...keep reading
• How to do Spring Carnival on the cheap
  by Matt Hale. Sun Sep 20, 2015
  Spring carnival is just around the corner which signals the start of the silly season, otherwise known as the time of year when budgeting and money re...keep reading
• Start planning now for a stress-free Christmas
  by Matt Hale. Mon Sep 7, 2015
  Spring has sprung and we all know what that means!  Christmas is just around the corner.  To avoid ...keep reading
• Lending a Hand
  by Matt Hale. Mon Aug 31, 2015
  Debt is a way of life in Australia. It's commonly accepted that in order to get ahead and build wealth, at some stage you are probably going to need ...keep reading
• Top 3 suburbs commuting distance from Melbourne CBD
  by Matt Hale. Mon Aug 24, 2015
  A few days ago, I got talking to a member of the Rising Tide team about the Sydney property market. ...keep reading
• Is it time to scrap penalty rates?
  by Matt Hale. Mon Aug 17, 2015
  As a single dad with two small boys, the days of spending my Sunday morning in a café pouring over the newspapers are well and truly over.  But this...keep reading
• A Quick Guide to Choosing a Suitable Financial Advisor – Melbourne
  by Matt Hale. Mon Aug 17, 2015
  Who doesn't want a secure financial future? You certainly would not want to work for the rest of your life, would you? ...keep reading
• Could commuting be the answer to your financial woes?
  by Matt Hale. Mon Aug 10, 2015
  Everyone knows that rent in Melbourne and Sydney is expensive but it's single young professionals who have outgrown the share house lifestyle and crav...keep reading
• Is it time to start worrying about the property bubble?
  by Matt Hale. Mon Jul 27, 2015
  Will it or won't it?  The debate over whether or not Sydney and Melbourne are currently in a property bubble that will inevitably burst has domina...keep reading
• Negative Gearing Demystified
  by Matt Hale. Mon Jul 13, 2015
  Negative gearing has been getting a lot of air time in the media lately.  Some members of parliament have been calling for it to be axed and others ...keep reading
• June 30 Money Tips
  by Matt Hale. Mon Jun 22, 2015
  Last week on the blog, I focused on my top superannuation tips for this time of year when the end of financial year is drawing near.  Aside f...keep reading
• Ready to Invest in Pro Financial Services? Melbourne Experts Explain What You Can Expect
  by Matt Hale. Sun Jun 21, 2015
  Ready to Invest in Pro Financial Services? Melbourne Experts Explain What You Can Expect When was the last time you really took a g...keep reading
• Our Pre June 30 Superannuation ‘To Do’ List
  by Matt Hale. Tue Jun 16, 2015
  With June 30 drawing nearer, businesses and individuals alike tend to look to strategic purchases and spending. But it's also worth looking at your su...keep reading
• What to look for in a car loan
  by Matt Hale. Tue Jun 9, 2015
  Aside from your home, your car is probably one of the biggest purchases you will ever make.  With this in mind, it's important to ensure that you're...keep reading
• How to make your credit card work for you
  by Matt Hale. Tue Jun 2, 2015
  Early this week the Senate grilled th...keep reading
• How to ask for a pay rise
  by Matt Hale. Tue Feb 24, 2015
  Patricia Arquette's speech at The Oscars got us thinking at the Rising Tide office.  When it comes to the gender pay gap, the entertainment industry...keep reading

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