Westpac, Australia’s first and oldest bank has experienced highs and lows in its time. However, it has survived in various guises over the past 200 yrs and has built itself into one of Australia’s ‘Big 4′ banks. Would it measure up to your banking needs? bit.ly/3PtJcC3

Sharing a review on a trading platform called CMC Markets. I will explore some of its features as well as weigh up some of the pros and cons of using CMC Markets on your journey to Financial Independence. Check it out on the blog! bit.ly/3ptOUZM

Remembering back to that sweet, sweet time in 2020 that I became a #millionaire! It's been a long journey. bit.ly/3NQ0LuS

Understanding how CCS works in Australia is important for ensuring accessibility and affordability for families who need to access child care. So read on to find out more about this beneficial government payment. Guest post by Liz from TeachingBrave! bit.ly/432O8AV

Episode 4 on the podcast we have The Aussie Firebug! He was one of the first Australian Financial Independence bloggers. On the show we discuss everything from his humble beginnings, right through to his financial education and investing strategy bit.ly/44lZwc7

Episode 5 on the podcast we have Nicholas G. Muscat, Aka the Aussie Money Man. As a teenager he began learning about personal finance and online business, and started researching investing opportunities such as peer to peer lending. Listen on! bit.ly/3JGV5Rb

Really enjoyed nicolehaddow's book Smashed Avocado, which provides a realistic, step-by-step guide to how people can go from serious debt to home ownership. bit.ly/3NBEI9D

Considering adding Vanguard's Diversified High Growth Index Fund to your portfolio? Here's my review of this ETF. bit.ly/3PIFy7s

Surfer SEO: a data-driven analysis tool that promises to help you optimise your website for better Google search rankings. In this Surfer SEO review, we’ll take a close look at the keyword research tool and see if it lives up to the hype. Read on bit.ly/43dFiAr

ETF review for this week: Vanguard Total US Market ETF. VTS is a popular choice for Aussies on the path to financial independence. In this review, I provide an overview of the ETF's holdings, management fees and performance. bit.ly/46FAJBC

There are so many FIRE bloggers that have influenced both my financial independence journey and my finance blogging career. I've learned from them, met them, interviewed them and emulated them. Here's a shout out to some of my faves! #FIREbloggers #FIRE bit.ly/3PHgJZu

A VPN or Virtual Private/Protocol Network is a service you can use for increased anonymity and security online. In this blog post I share everything you need to know about VPN's and what VPN you can choose for your browser. bit.ly/3O5r14k

Have you ever thought about launching a blog, a website for your business, or starting a website as a side hustle? Then you will know you need a good web hosting service to host your website. Check out how I launched mine with Bluehost, and read my review bit.ly/3PQt2T9

There are a few things that I refuse to spend money on... brand new cars, bottled water, name-brand clothing... check out the blog post to see what else! bit.ly/3NKWhEt

The Intelligent Asset Allocator tackles the issue of how to build a modern investment portfolio to maximise returns and minimise your exposure to risk. Head on to the blog for the full review and find out my key takeaways from this book. bit.ly/3pPWbDG

Having kids means your house-hold cost of living will go up. However just like other aspects of modern life, the amount you spend on raising children is a choice. If you're planning to have kids, read on as I discuss more of this topic in the full article bit.ly/3pNmc6m

Ready to dip your toe into the stock market for the first time? This guide for beginner investors may help! bit.ly/3NOcpoG

Have you heard of Pareto's Law? Often called the 80/20 principle, put simply, it states that 80% of your results come from 20% of your efforts. On the blog, I'm talking about this remarkably simple concept, and how it can apply to #financialindependence. bit.ly/3NZXHuX

ANZ is one of the ‘Big 4’ Banks in Australia and is also the biggest bank in New Zealand. ANZ is worth checking out if you are looking for a provider for personal banking services. Here’s my full ANZ bank review. bit.ly/3pUc2B3

Vanguard Australia is a leading ETFs (Exchange Traded Funds) provider in Australia, with over 50 ETFs. So what is the best Vanguard ETF Australia? In this article, we will look at some of the most popular Vanguard ETFs in Australia. Read on bit.ly/43CnU8q