Tom Watson is a senior journalist at Money magazine, and one of the hosts of the Friends With Money podcast. He's previously worked as a journalist covering everything from property and consumer banking to financial technology. Tom has a Bachelor of Communication (Journalism) from the University of Technology, Sydney. Connect with Tom Watson on LinkedIn.
RBA holds rates at 4.35% at September meeting
The RBA decision means that interest rates will likely remain at their highest level in almost 13 years for at least another six weeks.
The scheme that could make you a homeowner sooner
A third of all first home buyers have made use of the Home Guarantee Scheme in the last 12 months. So how does it work?
Friends With Money #169: The thematic ETF debate
Thematic ETFs can give investors exposure to particular sectors, but they're not without their risks. Chris Brycki joins us on the Friends With Money podcast.
How does your super balance compare to the average?
How does your super measure up? The average super balance is around $182,667 for men and $146,146 for women.
Nine myths about strata living busted
From bylaws to renovations, three experts bust nine common misconceptions about strata communities.
Eight lessons I learnt from buying my first home
After years of writing about property, Money senior journalist Tom Watson has bought his first house. Here are eight things he wished he knew as a first-home buyer.
Simple ways to spring clean your finances
It's time to make yourself a cup of coffee, crank up your laptop and use some of these ideas to get your 2024 financial spring clean underway.
Friends With Money #166: Investing lessons with Glen James
It's easy to start investing, but have you got the right foundations in place? Money, Money, Money podcast host Glen James joins us on Friends With Money.
1.6 million households now struggling with home insurance costs
More Australian households are struggling to afford their home insurance as premium hikes continue to outpace income growth, a new report shows.
Five simple investment options for your money
Sick of your money earning paltry interest in the bank but don't have the time to actively invest it? Micro-investing or peer-to-peer lending could be for you.
