Financial wellbeing
A fresh, jargon-free approach to managing money, to help you prepare for a healthier future.
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Healthy financial habits
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Savings strategies
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Savings is an important financial habit you can adopt to help you reach your financial goals.
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Find a balance between when to put your money in savings and when to pay off a debt.
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Having a specific goal to save towards can help you stay focused in the near and long term.
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Budgeting is a key step to establish where you are starting from, and how much you can afford to save.
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It’s a good idea to have a number of different types of savings. Learn what options you have for different goals.
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Every person’s situation is different, learn how you can take the right approach to managing your savings.
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Explore the advantages that saving for retirement early may have on your financial wellbeing.
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Instilling good saving habits can help you met the financial goals you have outlined for yourself and your future.
Protecting what matters
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Insurance can provide peace of mind by helping you to protect yourself and the people and things that you love.
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While all insurance is important, some types will be more relevant to your current situation.
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Insurance may protect you and your loved ones while also being a helpful saving mechanism.
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When it comes to protecting your loved ones' health and financial futures, you have options.
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Familiarise yourself with the terms you may come across as you explore insurance options.
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There are many things to consider while shopping for insurance. Take the time to evaluate before buying a policy.
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Protecting your overall wellbeing is an important part of protecting yourself.
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Becoming Financially Independent
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Choosing the right bank provider for your needs is the first step to help you meet your financial goals.
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This Jargon buster will help you understand some common banking terms.
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Asking the right questions is the first step in figuring out your future goals.
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Meeting your costs and commitments, while saving up for the things you want, can be a challenge. Here are three financial habits that may help.
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You will most likely have to apply for credit at some point in your life. Learn how to navigate credit and debt.
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Explore ways in which you can make the most of your career path and find one that works for you.
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Learn about ways to successfully share expenses with flatmates, a partner or your family.
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While it may seem like a long way off, there are things you can do to start saving for retirement today.
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Money and Mental health have a connection. Learn how to make sure you’re taking care of your finances and yourself.