Nicola Field

A former Chartered Accountant, Nicola Field has been a regular contributor to Money for 20 years, and writes on personal finance issues for some of Australia's largest financial institutions. She is the author of Investing in Your Child's Future and Baby or Bust, and has collaborated with Paul Clitheroe on a variety of projects including radio scripts, newspaper columns, and several books.

48 results by Nicola Field:

INVESTING

The records you need to keep when you start out investing

When you start investing, it can feel like you're swamped by paperwork. So it's important to know what you need to stow away, and what you can throw away. More

By Nicola Field - November 26, 2020

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How to start buying shares for your kids or grandkids

With the festive season approaching, shares can be a handy stocking stuffer, but there are hazards to avoid when investing for others - especially minors. More

By Nicola Field - November 26, 2020

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A beginner's guide to refinancing your home loan

Refinancing can save you thousands but three-quarters of mortgage holders are confused about what's involved, so we've put together this handy guide. More

By Nicola Field - July 13, 2020

Should I prepay my margin loan before June 30?

If you've borrowed money to buy shares, here's how you can save by paying the loan interest upfront. More

By Nicola Field - June 18, 2020

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How to lodge your tax return when you invest in shares

If you invest in shares, it's important to include these returns at tax time. Here's what the ATO needs to know about your dividend income and capital gains. More

By Nicola Field - June 18, 2020

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Your step-by-step guide to buying shares for the first time

Want to invest in shares but not sure where to start? We've put together a step-by-step guide for investing beginners. More

By Nicola Field - May 21, 2020

INVESTING

The risks of leveraging when it comes to investing

Leverage can be both friend and foe to investors. But there are ways to tame the downsides. More

By Nicola Field - April 30, 2020

INVESTING

Seven ways forex traders can improve their decision making

While it's an adrenaline rush to notch up gains, when markets turn against you it's easy to give in to knee-jerk reactions. Seven steps can help you stay focused. More

By Nicola Field - April 30, 2020

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Eight ways your garden can save you water, power and money

Having a garden doesn't have to be a drain on your resources. It can actually help you slash your water, electricity and grocery bills. More

By Nicola Field - March 11, 2020

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The house of the future: what your home will look like in 10 years

Our homes and neighbourhoods are evolving rapidly, driven by technology, shifting demographics and changing lifestyles. Here's what we can expect from housing in 2020 and beyond. More

By Nicola Field - January 30, 2020

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The records you need to keep when you start out investing

How to start buying shares for your kids or grandkids

A beginner's guide to refinancing your home loan

Should I prepay my margin loan before June 30?

How to lodge your tax return when you invest in shares

Your step-by-step guide to buying shares for the first time

The risks of leveraging when it comes to investing

Seven ways forex traders can improve their decision making

Eight ways your garden can save you water, power and money

The house of the future: what your home will look like in 10 years

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