Here’s my thrift/op shop white whale. As a big advocate for second hand shopping, I wanted to share my favourite purchase – the Carla Zampatti blazer. Yes, the brand that sells blazers for around $900. I got mine for a cool $7 at my local Salvation Army, in completely mint condition. Although I’ve had thisContinue reading “How I Bought a $900 Blazer for $7”
Author Archives: Ruba Khan
3 Reasons To Invest In The Stock Market Instead Of Real Estate
Choosing the type of investment to make really depends on your own personal circumstances. Your financial goals, risk tolerance and investment horizon. However, I find that in Australia SO many people are focused on real estate investment. While I think real estate has several benefits such as providing tax breaks and is less volatile, I’dContinue reading “3 Reasons To Invest In The Stock Market Instead Of Real Estate”
I’ll never make an extra contribution to my superannuation fund. Here are 3 reasons why.
For any non-Australians reading this, superannuation or “super” for short is currently the main method to save for retirement in Australia. Your employer must pay a percentage of your earnings into your super account, and your super fund invests the money until you retire. On top of the standard amount that your employer invests, youContinue reading “I’ll never make an extra contribution to my superannuation fund. Here are 3 reasons why.”
The $13.95 Product that Transformed My Hair
I am someone who takes really great care of my hair. I invest significant time, effort and money to make sure it looks great – probably something to do with being South Asian. Through this, I have tried higher-end products to see if a higher price would give me a better result. The results areContinue reading “The $13.95 Product that Transformed My Hair”
5 Free Things To Do in the Brisbane CBD
I recently got back from a trip to Brisbane and was surprised that I spent $0 on attractions! Here are six places that you can visit for absolutely free. Brisbane Botanical Gardens – Not only are these stunning gardens beautiful to explore on your own, but free guided walks are also avaliable daily. Queensland MuseumContinue reading “5 Free Things To Do in the Brisbane CBD”
Are you losing money by saving money?
There you are, regularly socking away 20% of your pay into a savings account. The safest, and most reliable method to generate wealth. Right? Wrong! Money loses its value over time, due to a concept known as inflation. In Australia, our inflation rate has been pretty consistent at around 2%. This means that your moneyContinue reading “Are you losing money by saving money?”
3 Powerful Ways To Help Your Finances Today
Getting on top of your money is often a slow and boring slog. However, there are strategies to help your finances today. Here are 3 things you can do today to help your finances. 1. Understand your money goals Do you want to save for a holiday? A first home deposit? Increase your income? ClearlyContinue reading “3 Powerful Ways To Help Your Finances Today”
Who is the Money Marketer?
85% of Australian women under 35 don’t understand fundamental investment concepts*. I’d like to change that. I’m The Money Marketer. After forcibly becoming a financial planner for those around me, I have decided to make the move to the digital space. This was motivated by my passion for finance, but also because I am notContinue reading “Who is the Money Marketer?”