Money

How to Make it in Hollywood: Forbes' Celebrity 100 List

Rescu Team — Sat, 19 May 2012 15:15:34 GMT

As Jennifer Lopez knows, it's not enough these days just to be able to sing or act in Hollywood. The top earners are moguls, business men and women and even venture capitalists- take it from Justin Bieber.

5 Ways to Stash More Cash

Rescu Team — Sat, 12 May 2012 12:12:57 GMT

The financial year is creeping to a close (again!), and you may find you've been left with only holes in your pockets! It’s time to dust off those plans that didn’t quite get off the ground and kick-start your savings plan for 2012/13- and we've got the expert advice on how to do it!

By Anna McDougall, The Money Maven

Darren Palmer's Expert Advice On First Time Renovating

Rescu Team — Sun, 06 May 2012 19:19:01 GMT

The Block 2012's guest judge and expert interior designer, Darren Palmer, shares with RESCU his top tips for what to save on and what to spend on whilst renovating and how to add value to your property as you go!

Expert Advice on Maximising Savings on Your Credit Card

Rescu Team — Sat, 05 May 2012 15:15:15 GMT

Did you know you can save upwards of $500 simply by switching your credit card? A change in the financial market is nigh, so we've brought you expert advice on reveiwing your finances and how to maximise your savings now!

By Anna McDougall, The Money Maven

Tips to Taking out a Personal Loan and Ways to Compare for the Best Rates

Rescu Team — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 15:15:16 GMT

So payday seems but a spec on the horizon and Mum’s got a few spare dollars to tide you over, right? In Australia alone $1.6 billion is borrowed from friends, family and colleagues – every month. RESCU gives you the top tips to taking out a personal loan to suit your circumstances, and keep you from rocking up to the family doorstep with your pockets inside out.

By Anna McDougall, The Money Maven

The Best Things in Life are Free - 5 Free Things You May Not Know About

Rescu Team — Sat, 21 Apr 2012 16:16:32 GMT

Not just a Janet Jackson song, we've uncovered five free (and guilt-free!) things that you may not have known about that will keep your money tree flourishing and the debt collectors at bay!

By Anna McDougall, The Money Maven

7 Ways to Boost Your Credit Rating

Rescu Team — Sat, 14 Apr 2012 14:14:45 GMT

If the mere mention of the words 'credit rating' have you quivering in your Jimmy Choos (that you can't afford), we've got the facts on what you need to know and 7 handy ways to sky rocket your rating!

By Anna McDougall, The Money Maven

Top Tips to Save on Your Energy Bills and Keep Warm For Less This Winter

Rescu Team — Sat, 07 Apr 2012 15:15:26 GMT

If it’s getting down to the single digits outside and you’ve cranked up the heat like you’re living on the equator, you may be creating a severe dent in your gas and electricity bills- not to mention the ozone layer. There are easy and completely affordable ways to save on your energy bills as well as staying snug as a bug in a rug this winter!

Simple Ways to Save This Easter

Rescu Team — Sat, 31 Mar 2012 1:01:35 GMT

By Anna McDougall, The Money Maven

If the thought of emptying your wallet in the Show-Bag Hall at the Easter Show, or funding the family’s egg account from the Lindt Café makes your toes curl, you’re not alone! The all-holy, all-chocolaty, four-day break over Easter should be relaxing, not fraught with money woes! RESCU brings you the simple ways to save that won’t break the bank for all you Easter Bunnies on a budget this year.

How To Protect Your Finances in Case Your Relationship Breaks Down

Rescu Team — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 1:01:36 GMT

RESCU understands that whilst a break-up may find you at the bottom of an ice-cream bucket (or bottle) and watching 'The Notebook' on repeat, the last thing on your mind is your bank account. Finance expert, Janine Cox shares vital information to stay on your feet financially - If you become bankrupt in the love department, this doesn't mean your finances have to suffer as well!

5 Top Tips for Thrifty Mums-To-Be

Rescu Team — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 16:16:14 GMT

By Courtney Chambers, The Money Maven

Along with the joy that a new baby brings, also comes the new expenses. Most new parents are surprised to learn of the costs of raising a baby. According to Australian Institute of Family Studies the cost of raising a first child is $3000-$13000 in the first year alone! The Money Maven shares how you can reduce the cost of the early years and make the entire process of preparing for your newborn as enjoyable as possible.

Five Easy Ways You Can Make Money From Your Hobby: Earn $100+ A Week For Doing What You Love!

Rescu Team — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 0:00:51 GMT

By Charlotte Goodwin, Money Maven

If you have a talent for creating crafts, baking homemade goods or hosting great parties; you can supplement your income by using your skills and following a few easy steps. The Money Maven shares with you a few ways you can easily and quickly design a micro-business that with see you share your talent with other and help inject spending or saving money into the kitty!

The Top 5 Ways To Maximise Your Health Fund Benefits

Rescu Team — Sat, 03 Mar 2012 19:19:12 GMT

By Charlotte Goodwin, The Money Maven

The price of private health care is constantly rising and for many of us, what we are entitled to is either a mystery or we just don’t know quite enough about each and every service we have covered. To help uncover some of the mystery and get you on the path to health fund benefit enlightenment, The Money Maven shares the top 5 ways to maximize your awareness of how much you are paying, where you can save and what rewards you can collect from your health fund, today!

DIY Beauty: Budget-Friendly Tips

Rescu Team — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 22:22:14 GMT

By Charlotte Goodwin, Money Maven

Buying make-up beauty products and beautician services can be a very expensive business. A trip to the beauty salon for your nails, hair and make-up can see you an entire week's pay slip in one short visit! So how can you still indulge in fabulous beauty treatments and save money at the same time? The Money Maven shares with you easy, cheap and fun DIY beauty secrets to help you find ways of saving money and still look salon perfect!

Groceries for One: The Budget Shopping Guide For Single Girls

Rescu Team — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 13:13:26 GMT

Buying groceries for one can be a pain and with all the leftovers that can come from cooking one meal, it can feel like a waste. So how can the single girl maintain her budget (and waistline) shopping for the week’s food in the grocery store? The Money Maven has all the grocery shopping tips and tricks perfect for the independent woman, looking to save money and get healthy when shopping for one.

What Does Your Financial Future Look Like?

Rescu Team — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 18:18:08 GMT

By Janine Cox, Wealth Within Senior Analyst

In Australia, the “she’ll be right” attitude is costing Australians their retirement. Let’s face it we will all retire, but on what? As an investment specialist if I had $1 for everyone that said to me “if only I had started investing in my 20’s” or “I wish I had knew twenty years ago what I know now”.

Budget Date Nights: The Top 5 Great Dates For Less!

Rescu Team — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 21:21:56 GMT

Dinner, movie and a drink can quickly become a hundred dollar night out… Don't fret if you can't spend up big on your next date, just get creative! The Money Maven has put together a list of the top five budget dates for you and your partner and some budget-friendly ideas for your next girl's night too!

February 2012 Australian Reserve Bank Rate Announcement: How Will It Affect You?

Rescu Team — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:21:43 GMT

The Reserve Bank’s first meeting of 2012 has revealed that interest rates will be kept on hold for now. Economists believed the Reserve Bank would cut rates by 0.25 per cent as a result of concerns regarding Europe’s current economic climate. Following today’s meeting however, interest rates will remain at 4.25%.

Valentine's Gifts On A Budget: Great Gifts Under $50 And Under $20

Rescu Team — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 15:15:54 GMT

By Charlotte Goodwin, Money Maven

Valentine’s Day gifts can be very difficult to shop for. Different people like different types of gifts and not everyone is happy with dinner or chocolates and a greeting card. The Money Maven has put together a list of unique and exciting Valentine’s Day presents and exciting experiences that you can share with you partner without having to worry about breaking the budget.

The Top 6 Smartphone Apps To Help Save You Money

Rescu Team — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 13:13:17 GMT

By Charlotte Goodwin, Money Maven

Let your Smart Phone pay itself off with these budget-friendly, money-saving apps for your iPhone, Blackberry or Android. The Money Maven has scoured the web for the most helpful, efficient and inexpensive apps that will have you saving money, fast. With these apps you will have the latest supermarket and variety store specials, steals and deals literally at your fingertips.