Faced with Financial jargon and wondering – what does it all mean? Just moved out, newly single or just confused by cash? Here is a basic financial dictionary to help you get ahead in the world of dollars. What is a… Bond A medium or long term investment instrument only be issued by the government...

The long cold winter is over and spring is here. We have fought our way out of the frost of the global financial crisis into an economic spring. The recession has been predicted to mainly effect the younger generation – Generation Y. But how much of the impact are we going to have to absorb? As a generation...

Soldier, Sailor, Carpenter, Plumber…  All these jobs are conventionally set aside for the men. If that’s still the case, what were our grandmothers burning their bras for? Women have always fought for as much money as their male counterparts but often there is the double blow that conventional...

The global financial crisis (GFC) has dominated the news for the last year, and while Australians look to have been spared the worse of it, some areas of the economy have certainly suffered and unemployment has risen. So how is the situation looking for the rest of 2009 and into the New Year? The recent...

Until relatively recently, the idea that a woman could successfully lead a multimillion-dollar company was considered absurd. Happily, though, the times they are a-changin’ (albeit not as quickly as many would like) and women are now marching confidently into the testosterone-dominated business...

Whether you’re just starting out at uni, a recent graduate or looking for a new career, the discrepancies in salaries on offer between the varied industries can be both surprising and intriguing. While experts stress that you should enjoy your career and love your work, the truth is that an annual...

There’s no doubt money has a powerful effect on people. But does it really bring happiness? Or is that just an illusion that has been pre-programmed into our minds? Recent research into the psychology of money has revealed some interesting findings about how money affects us. Stories abound of...

With the recession gloom and doom now hitting our Aussie shores, it is now time to think about saving money. This is also a great time to save and add to that end of the year tax return.  Here is a list of some simple money saving tricks to make your bank account a little bit more recession proof. Have...

Travel is my ultimate indulgence. While I could put my savings towards a car or laser eye surgery, I can’t resist the temptation of an overseas adventure. Hence the reason I’m emptying out my piggy bank for a trip to Mexico and Cuba next month. I figure I can put up with a few inconveniences (like...

There is no doubting how difficult it can be to make ends meet as a single mum. With the household’s full financial load being carried by only one parent, single mums often need to work long hours or multiple jobs just to get by. At APL, we understand these difficulties, so we have found some helpful...

Life seems to have turned into a never ending quest for money. But there is only so much money in the world and we can’t all have it, or have it all! Becoming financially smart and getting your piece of the money pie may seem easy, but it’s not, and your emotions may have more to do with it than...

Feeling financially independent is an important part of many women’s lives. Whether it’s from family or a partner, financial independence can help a woman feel more confident and in control of her life. Here are some ways to help you get on the track to independence: Bank account Having at least...

Despite currently being in the third wave of feminism, women are still experiencing inequality. From retailers, mechanics, dry cleaners, tradesman, hair dressers and car salesman, women are being charged higher than men for exactly the same service. This is even more disconcerting when the realisation...