BiG Tips: MoneySmart (ASIC) has brilliant resources, especially for help managing your money or starting investing. Take a look on their site and throughout BiG where we reference specific resources.

They’ve also got lots of videos. Here’s their About video  (where you can subscribe to their YouTube Channel and access some helpful videos). They say “As a key initiative under the National Financial Capability Strategy, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission’s [ASIC] MoneySmart program helps you take control of your financial life. The MoneySmart website provides free calculators, tips and guidance for all Australians so you can make informed decisions, manage your money day to day and plan for the future. MoneySmart also supports teachers across the country to teach students about money to prepare them for the real world. And ASIC works closely with Indigenous communities to tackle some of the most pressing financial issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’. MoneySmart is for all Australians, whatever your situation, wherever you find yourself in life. Because when it comes to managing your money we all need a place to start.

Here’s the MoneySmart Playlist if you want to check out some investing basics, tips and tools: (I’ve added in some links – you’re welcome!)

• MoneySmartRookie They say “Are you going through some first-time experiences like buying your first car, moving out of home, first job or getting your first big bill? Everyone’s a rookie first time around and it’s easy to make mistakes – mistakes that could cost you a lot. Be a MoneySmart Rookie and make smart decisions about your money.” see Kate gets scammed (YouTube) overseas online subscription scam http vs https and many more.
• Finance 101 videos
  • What is super?
  • The difference between a financial adviser and a financial counsellor
  • How to spot a scam
  • Quick ways to start a budget
  • Pay off your mortgage faster
  • Using a buy now pay later service
  • What are shares?
  • What are Exchange Traded Funds [ETFs]?
  • Smart ways to invest $10,000
  • Helping your kids buy a property
  • Increase yor super balance
  • Super investment options explained
  • What are term deposits?
  • Hidden costs of buying a car
  • Pay off your credit card faster
  • Choosing a Home Loan
  • How to check your bank statement
  • What is diversification?
  • How do you buy shares?
• Student life and money such as:
  • Superannuation – what are you owed?
  • Consolidate your super – it’s easy!
  • Do you need to pay for insurance in super?
• Financial literacy education
• Indigeneous Videos
• Women talk money