A credit report is a compilation of information detailing how you live up to your financial commitments. Why is it important? This report will give any financier an indication on whether they should lend you funds based on your past behaviour. A tarnished credit file might stop the application or might require you to jump some hurdles to get this repaired before finance will be granted. An impaired credit file can stop you from getting a job or renting a place to live or obtaining utilities services. It’s arguably the most important financial document in an adult's financial life. In this episode Barry Wilkinson discusses the importance of a credit file, and steps you can take right now to make sure yours is protected during challenging times.

We know a lot of people might think budgeting is tedious (and we can almost hear the eye rolling from here) but given the current events, it has become a priority for everyone. Now more than ever we really need to understand where our money is going.

Here are some budgeting tips you might find helpful.

This episode offers small business survival tips from Phil Di Bella, former owner/Founder of Di Bella Coffee. Are you a business owner not knowing what to do or where to turn? Why not listen in to get some handy tips from Phil. As an entrepreneur who has been in business for a long time and has survived turbulent times himself, he has great tips on where to focus and what shouldn't be overlooked.

Today we share some tips and information about the Mortgage Relief Packages being offered by the big banks. We look at the packages on offer, and some options you may have to avoid deferring payments, so that you’re better off in the long run.