The Australian Woman S Guide To Financial Independence

Money isn't just about money. It's about security. It's about choices - to live our lives the way we want. It's about everything money enables you to do and just as importantly what it allows you not to do. Money is complex. Women know that they need to be smart about money, but are often stopped short- they don't know where to go, how to start, or who to trust. They feel that most material on money is skin-deep - it's either about budgeting or investing in the share market. They want expert guidance about money that explains the detail and the big picture, which is the genesis of the Joy of Money. The Joy of Money starts with the personal foundations of money - what matters most to us, our values, goals and priorities. It then covers the practical elements at the intersection of money and life- creating a system for managing money, career, family, relationships, investment, superannuation, insurance, wills and estate planning and retirement planning. This comprehensive money guide is designed to bring money to life - to put the joy back into money. You can read it cover to cover or dip in and out of the more pertinent chapters. We can't guarantee you instant financial freedom - we can give you financial knowledge and step-by-step guides to set you well on your way.

How women can become financially independent: an expert shows how with practical tips and case studies. Do women have different financial goals from men? Generally speaking the answer is no. However, women do have different life patterns and these greatly affect their ability to save or invest and, importantly, our ability to take risks. Sheryl Sutherland has been a financial advisor for New Zealand women for over twenty years. In Girls just want to have Fund$, she helps the reader move towards creating a financial plan for life. Her style is relaxed and pitched at 'every woman'. Working through 'money myths', the author helps the reader identify her own goals and values. Sutherland uses case studies, exercises, quizzes and questions to encourage readers to think about their own personal financial situation and in turn moves them towards savings and investments. Financial terms are explained in plain English. And the text is littered throughout with pithy and humorous statements, and bold money facts. She discusses partnerships and money, tips for compromise, and commandments for every woman. There's a chapter on the Art of Investing which explains growth and income, risk and return, liquidity and more; another on tactics for lifting the debt burden; legal issues are covered as well as financial advisors, retirement, mortgages, monitoring portfolios and estate protection.

Is this the year you’re finally going to be consumer debt-free? Does lifestyle creep keep stealing your salary increase? Does FOMO keep throwing a curveball at your budget? Don't worry, there's hope! In this part-memoir, part-how to, the author shares: - How she eradicated consumer debts at 27 as an expatriate in the UAE - How credit cards perpetuated her overspending and how she turned it around - How mindset change became the foundation of her debt-free journey This book takes a light-hearted approach to personal finance, making it a fun and enjoyable read. As a self-professed personal finance geek, Rian gives insight on how to: - Become debt-free and achieve financial freedom - Change how you use your credit card to your advantage - Travel without worrying about debt - Pay for insurance premiums with ease - Save for a home or car deposit without feeling deprived If you've tried eliminating all your debts before but found yourself buried in them again, Rian will walk you through simple yet effective practices that will help you: - Pay and close your multiple credit card debts - Leverage a personal loan to build an income-producing asset - Prepare for a mortgage or car financing - Build sinking funds for travel, rent, emergency fund, gifts, and other big recurring expenses - Analyse your expenses and remove "expense bloaters" - Adopt a zero-based budgeting scheme for you and your household - Avoid get-rich-quick schemes that can leave you even more in debt This book is a must-read for anyone looking to take control of their finances and become debt-free. Read now!

A useful guide for saving money, buying tips for big things (like cars and houses) and traps to avoid when using finance. Tips are interlaced with personal stories of overcoming adversity. A full lifestyle guide for women in their prime.

A comprehensive, practical guide to help women who are just starting out in their careers, or who have been faced with managing finances after being in a relationship so that they can make the most of what they earn, and plan a long-term strategy for a secure, independent financial future. This book challenges the stereotype that women aren't good with money and offers advice on managing finances, investment, savings, budgets and mortgages, with case studies, exercises, worksheets and quizzes tailored specifically for women.