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A guest post by Amos Faulkner from domoneywell.com, with some practical tips to ease financial stress

Finally back with another life update! I promise i'll get better at staying consistent with these updates.

There is a method to our madness, I promise! We're withdrawing from our account for the purpose of... you'll have to read to find out!

I'm a bit late for the update but I still did it! Life update for October 2021

Offset vs redraw? They are not the same thing. Each have their pros and cons. So which one is better?

Tax brackets can be confusing & frustrating. Understanding how the different tiers can impact your hip pocket is a must know for everyone.

A spendy month but a good month! Out of lockdown (finally) and able to see the family & friends. And school holidays for the kids!

Credit cards often get a bad rap. They're blamed for people drowning in debt. If used properly, they won't cost you money, they'll save it!

Hard to believe 8 months has gone by in this year already! Still in lockdown but it ain't so bad.

There are a few benefits of owning your own home. Some financial, some not. We'll cover 5 of them in today's post.

Buying vs Renting. The age old debate. Sometimes, renting can have advantages you may not have been aware of. Let's explore them!

This month we've seen our net worth continue to climb & we went back into COVID lockdown... again. Still a good month though!

We decided to try out Australia's leading meal ingredient delivery service - HelloFresh. I explain what it is, how it works & what it costs.

We've now been living back in Australia for almost four months now, & boy hasn't time flown by. Bonus: Our net worth went also went up!

Slamming out these updates! Feels like yesterday I produced the April update. Well, that’s because it was… At least I’m staying accountable!

You've read our HUUUGE life update posts & now we're back to fill you in on all that happened in the month of April.

Part 2 of this update has all the deets of quarantine life, surprising our family & friends and settling into our new home town.

This life update is a little different. Why? Because a massive life-changing event occurred for us! And we didn't tell anyone.

Everyone would love to have have more money in their pockets. One way to do that is to lower your taxes. Here's how.

Facebook vs Aussie news companies. Why did FB ban the news on its platform? Let's chat about the facts.

There are several different FIRE strategies in existence. We’ll cover off 4 of the popular ones.

It's the beginning of a new year! Annnnd we're still in lockdown. Yay! Not all doom & gloom though. At least our savings is going well!

How banks really work might surprise you. They don't just hold onto your money like most people may think. Let's dive in & find out.

Tax... Not the sexiest subject to talk about, but it's one of the most important for your finances. Here's the scoop on capital gains tax!

Finished the year with another busy month. We hit our goal of saving 50% of our income & entered another provincial lockdown. Yay!

All of us would like to "do better", but how do we make that achievable? Well written SMART goals help turn your vision into something real.

This month is the 1 year mark for our wealth building journey. Also, it's nearly Christmas! Time to put that tree up and get festive!

Two common debt reduction strategies; Snowball & Avalanche. Which is better for paying down debt? We've got the answer for you!

Looking to save a bit of cash when preparing for Christmas? Here are a few ways to keep more money in your pocket for this festive holiday!

Another month has flown by & until I sat down & thought about it, I had forgotten what even happened in October! Life update October 2020!

Learn the basics of index funds & how they can help you build wealth slowly with their passive investing strategy.

An emergency fund (EF) is a stash of cash you keep tucked away for any unplanned expenses that may come up. EVERYONE needs one!

A slower month with less outdoor activities. The weather is cooling down & we're getting back on track with our savings goals.

A sinking fund is a place where we periodically set aside money for an upcoming planned expense. Here we'll discuss why they're important.

What we spend on groceries can fly under the radar & often get overlooked. Here are 11 strategies to put more money back in your pocket!

Micro investing allows users to invest small amounts of money, often through an app that rounds up your purchases & invests those amounts.

A life update from August 2020. Multiple camping adventures & Allanah's 29th birthday. A fun-filled month in the sun.

To stick to a budget, you need realistic targets. Without them, you'll likely throw the whole process out. 5 areas for you to focus on.

Good & Bad debt, there is a difference! Good debt can make you money, while bad debt takes money away from you. Let's dive into the details.

Most adults have a hard time with the idea of saving money, but what about children? Let's teach our kids this concept at an early age

We're back for another life update from July 2020. A month full of outdoors fun and activities, and we even met our savings goals!

When searching for a home you can truly afford, it's important to factor in all of the expenses that come with owning a home.

Ever wanted to fly somewhere for free? Me too. Here i explain how you can do it, and it's completely legal! All thanks to travel rewards.

Half a year done & dusted! We're back with another life update & to check our progress toward FIRE. Trending well to meet our 2020 goal.

Need to make a budget but don't know where to start? Don't worry, we've got you covered. We go through income, expenses, tracking & more.

When used responsibly, credit cards can be fantastic. However, there are some downsides to watch out for. Here are 4 of the top pros & cons.

Credit scores range from 300 to over 850. It's impacted by 5 categories & measures how well you manage debt. Find how to improve it here.

Back for another update for May 2020. Here we'll speak about our savings progress, net worth, & all other activities completed in the month.

Do you know your net worth or why it's important? Here I'll teach you how and why it's a number you should get familiar with.

Living with a shopping addiction is no easy feat. Holding back & not buying every item that pops up can be a daily struggle. 3 tips to help!