By Dan Monheit 2nd November Question from Sam, North Melbourne You’re not alone on this one, Sam. I imagine if I too was a DIY guy I would also be annoyed about semi-trimmed hedges, half built cubby houses and unfinished fences. Alas, I’m not. …

By Dan Monheit 19.10.23 From Julia, Ashburton Well Julia, the short answer on this one is ‘the law’, given that you can’t drive in Australia without having some sort of car insurance. But let’s be honest, nobody emails the catchall address of a critically acclaimed, globally revered newsletter looking for a short answer. …

By Dan Monheit 6th October 2023 Question submitted by Maggie, Brisbane You know Maggie, I was thinking the exact same thing just last night. There I was, mindlessly scrolling through Marketplace, marvelling at the prices being asked for a secondhand (read: used) pair of cycling shorts! …

By Dan Monheit 22nd September 2023 — Question submitted by Neil, Hawthorn Ugh, you’re telling me Neil! Just this morning I got stuck listening to my Uber driver explain how the obvious solution to the current housing crisis is to turn all of the CBD’s underutilised office buildings into low cost luxury apartments. Also, our country is now apparently “full” and COVID…

By Dan Monheit 8th September 2023 Question submitted by Maya, Parkdale There’s something about a slow Sunday stroll through bustling market stalls that’s got ‘low key excessive spending’ written all over it. Whether it’s an overpriced latte made from sustainable beans grown in Northern NSW or a handmade chopping board…

A behavioural science expert has lifted the lid on the weird “thinking shortcut” that is stopping you from getting a better deal. Originally shared by News.com.au. There is no denying that many Australians are feeling real pain with the ever-deepening cost of living crisis. Consequently, we’re consciously cutting back on…

By Dan Monheit 25th August 2023 Question submitted by Lucas, Malvern It feels like just yesterday. You’re down at the local, watching the ‘Tillies battle it out on the field. Parma steaming. Crowd heaving. Nobody leaving. As the half time whistle sounds and the short break sets in, you start…

By Dan Monheit 10th August 2023 Question submitted by Vivienne, Preston I don’t like your tone Vivienne. As a proud member of the Barbeque Dad set, I don’t understand why people insist on talking about us in direct contrast to TikTok Teens, like they’re the epitome of what’s poppin’. I’ll…

By Smart Company, JULY 11, 2023 Subconscious behavioural shortcuts are wreaking havoc on your share portfolio. Decades of behavioural science research inform us that humans aren’t rational decision-makers. Instead, it’s hard-wired, often irrational biases, known as heuristics, calling the shots. …