The Million Dollar Question – Buy or Rent?

The Million Dollar Question – Buy or Rent?

Owning a house has long since been an Australian dream. The process was the same; rent at first, save for a deposit then jump into ownership at the earliest. This way of life made for a predictable housing pattern. Nowadays, however, behaviours have changed, especially in Western Australia. A need for lifestyle flexibility, difficulties in saving for a home deposit and a lack of confidence in the housing market has led some to become long-term tenants instead of homeowners. (more…)

Financing your Entrepreneurial Venture – An Overview

Financing your Entrepreneurial Venture – An Overview

Considering that Australia has a comparatively high percentage of people who are currently aspiring to start their own business over the next 5 years, this topic is highly contemporary and one much sought after.

One is correct in assuming that most successful businesses have a robust plan and thus, as a first set of action, one should put their thoughts down on paper. A Business Plan provides clarity and direction and is result of extensive research. However, that is for another day. (more…)

On the Streets with the Fortuna Foundation Team

On the Streets with the Fortuna Foundation Team

Meet Skewie. Yesterday, we had dinner with our friend, Skewie.

He is a mid-aged guy with four grown-up kids. When he found that his beloved was cheating on him, he decided to leave home. He has been homeless from nearly four years now and can pretty much always be found near IGA at Leederville. “She is their mother…I have never told my children and I don’t intend to”…

(more…)