Melissa Browne

Melissa Browne

Melissa Browne is an accountant, adviser, author and shoe addict.

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Surviving the Christmas cash flow crunch for small business owners

Melissa Browne If you're a business owner, Christmas can be a stressful time where you feel like you are simply holding your breath until you reach the end of the year.

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From shared pets to swapping holiday homes: why collaborative consumption could work for you

Melissa Browne It seems natural to us when we find ourselves wanting to own, hoard and buy more.

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Channel Michelle Payne and unlock your business potential

Michelle Payne, the first female to win the Melbourne Cup, says those who think women aren't good enough should “get stuffed”.

Melissa Browne Women are starting businesses at a faster rate than men but making only half the money.

How to avoid sexually transmitted debt

We should remove our rose-tinted glasses when it comes to potential partners and our finances.

Melissa Browne It's important to use financial protection in new relationships.

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From armchair activist to conscious consumer

Are you a conscious consumer or a sleepwalker? Illustration: Andrew Dyson

Melissa Browne Clicking to support a cause is not enough; you need to consider your investing, spending and borrowing as well.

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Six ways to cut spending down to size

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Melissa Browne Smart steps to keep waistlines in check can pull our finances into better shape too. It's all about portion control.

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In sport and life we need a level playing field

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Melissa Browne It’s all very well demanding equal pay for women soccer stars, but will you go and support them?

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Don't let money take control of your life

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Melissa Browne Instead of working out how to have a better relationship with money, many of us need to break up with it.

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Don't let debt fears paint you into a corner

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Melissa Browne Not all debt is bad for you - so paying all your debts down at once might not be such a great idea.

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Learn rules before fund builds up

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Melissa Browne What are the pros and cons for borrowing property in your SMSF? I'm so glad you asked.

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Planning eases the pain of unexpected strife

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Melissa Browne Unforeseen things happen, and it's important to prepare yourself for them.

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A very dangerous message to peddle

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Melissa Browne Don't let auction day madness leave you exposed with a property you can't afford when interest rates rise.

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Seven ways to thrive in the new financial year

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Melissa Browne It's time to stop talking about getting busy and start doing something about it.

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Forget a good job – if you want a home, get yourself a plan

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Melissa Browne If you can't get a foot on the property ladder there are some alternatives.

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Why you need a one-minute pitch

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Melissa Browne Last month I was fortunate to attend TedX Sydney and spent the day being inspired and challenged by some incredible speakers.

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It’s our civic duty – but paying too much tax is crazy

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Melissa Browne If you're looking at ways to cut your taxable income, here are a few things you need to know.

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Be wise and play like an adult

Melissa Browne We want to have a great time with our finances for however long we're able to – but it's important to play a grown-up game.

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Go the hacks to save funds

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Melissa Browne Smart or seemingly silly - these tips can help improve your finances.

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Five numbers everyone needs to know

Unless you want to be eaten by a shark, you need to know all your numbers.

Melissa Browne Whether you're running a business or a home, not knowing the financial facts can be a passport to disaster.

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Always follow the care instructions

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Melissa Browne Major purchases such as property need to be looked after properly.