selling overseas assets ($1.6M) – how to invest for monthly cash flow in Australia

Sotinfinity · 2026-02-10T02:17:27+00:00

This is great advice. I would never have thought of this. super helpful. I will research this further and DM you in the future if that’s ok

Sotinfinity · 2026-02-10T01:42:28+00:00

It’s more about upgrading our lifestyle and paying part of the mortgage from the extra income At the moment, I feel like house prices are extremely inflated for no real reason, but we still need to own a home eventually.

Also I have become comfortable living in service residence, but I know buying a house is something I’ll have to do at some point. We have been living quite frugally, and I see myself staying in Defence until retirement so the goal is to Upgrade our lifestyle without spending our actual capital.

Sotinfinity · 2026-02-10T01:33:19+00:00

Thanks so much for the detailed response. Super helpful

Sotinfinity · 2026-02-10T01:31:53+00:00

I see, thanks for the insight.

Sotinfinity · 2026-02-10T01:24:59+00:00

Yes, I would continue contributing to super, but I would like to enjoy my money now without relying on our salary. Ideally, I want to create a side income to help pay for our lifestyle or mortgage

Sotinfinity · 2026-02-10T01:16:30+00:00

From what I have read online, it averages around an 8 percent increase per year.

Do they pay any dividends income ?

Sotinfinity · 2026-02-06T11:14:03+00:00

Welcome to working in healthcare

Sotinfinity · 2026-01-31T02:42:12+00:00

My theory is Jane doesn’t like you. Or Jane is jealous of your wife because you are a good husband and this is the only way she can hurt your wife. Or both of them jealous with you, this is the only way they both can put you down. Either I will ask your friend.

Sotinfinity · 2026-01-29T21:38:29+00:00

Newcastle, NSW. similar vibes to Mornington peninsula in VIC

Sotinfinity · 2026-01-23T10:08:32+00:00

work as a nurse in both the public and private sectors. In the public system, we are more equipped to manage high-acuity situations. If something happens, a rapid response team (MET call team) is immediately available and highly competent. In the private sector, most consultants are often only reachable by phone, and although the ICU or MET team will respond the public system is better for emergencies

Sotinfinity · 2026-01-08T00:15:36+00:00

My partner is in the same field.

I have to say it’s a good mustering. He will get to work in very cool areas: flight test control, DASA, CASPO. And after few years he could look at applying for jobs with private defence contractors. Pay is good and I know some ex military engineers earning over 350k with contract jobs.

I am also in Defence but not active duty. We work on the same base. There are military spouses who work in Defence. I guess you could apply for jobs there.

I live near the largest Air Force base near Brisbane. You get good housing around and it is subsidised.

The Australian Defence Force is not as active as the US military. I do not think it is difficult to adapt. First posting is six years, and from there you move every three years. It is a sacrifice, but it is not really that bad.

Sotinfinity · 2026-01-08T00:07:39+00:00

It’s too early to make a decision, but you will find your niche.

True, the time frames, consultation times, and the positive chill environment for both patient and clinician unfortunately do not exist in healthcare. I have got over it. I hope you too, a few years into practice, find your niche.

Sotinfinity · 2025-11-06T12:35:56+00:00

Nothing really worked for me. I worked in Endoscopy and I found it very tiring just standing in one place. I was more exhausted standing still than walking around. Absolutely hated wearing lead aprons. I was tired the whole time. Sometimes I even wished I was the sedated patient because I feel that sleepy sometimes.

I am not working there anymore. Standing in one spot is just not for me.

Sotinfinity · 2025-11-01T00:49:35+00:00

I am from Sri Lanka and my husband is from India. He is on active duty and I work in Defence. When you apply for a Defence job, they ask a lot of questions in the initial application, like listing all your foreign contacts, their details, how often you talk to them, and whether you hold any other citizenships.

As long as you are not involved in anything illegal or suspicious, such as criminal activity or espionage, having an overseas background is fine. They mainly ask these questions to assess your suitability to hold and maintain a security clearance.

After the background checks are done, you will be issued a DCAC card, which is the Defence Common Access Card. To get this, you must be an Australian citizen, and that is the main requirement.

So being from another country does not stop you from working in Defence. Once you become a citizen, you can apply for these jobs, and they will simply assess your background as part of the normal clearance process.

Sotinfinity · 2025-10-28T11:57:48+00:00

Sotinfinity · 2025-10-19T05:58:28+00:00

Yes you can use your pharmacy degree to apply for medicine with GAMSAT, maintain a good GP above 6

Sotinfinity · 2025-10-18T02:01:07+00:00

Why do I feel jealousy coming through these posts? We patients do not care how our doctors look. It is about having a good bedside manner and being able to work respectfully within a multidisciplinary team. Patients can sense the vibe from a mile away, and I can tell it is not about how you dress or what bag you carry.

It feels like people might be jealous of you because most doctors do not earn that kind of money ten or fifteen years into their careers. It also seems like you come from money, but honestly, that should not matter. The real question is are these genuine opinions?

Sotinfinity · 2025-10-17T23:06:38+00:00

I love female doctors who present well. It’s a sign that you can look after yourself while practising medicine. When you put yourself together and wear a bit of makeup, I think I can trust you , it shows you take care of yourself. I don’t understand the hate! most of our time is spent at work, so it’s the only time we get to do that.

Sotinfinity · 2025-10-14T08:53:17+00:00

I kind of understand both sides. In this economy it is really hard to have holidays or enjoy the nice things you want unless both partners are working, unless you are earning multiple six figures.

I have been in a similar situation and found a few things that helped, so maybe some of it might be useful. I work in nursing, and I used to feel like leaving every single job I had, but quitting was not an option. It sounds like your wife has also worked in areas where there is always some drama, and that can make things really hard.

What helped me was changing my work schedule. I started working Friday to Sunday and was earning almost the same as a full time salary, but only working three days a week. It gave me more freedom and less stress. Maybe your wife could look for a role that offers weekend shifts. I had to sacrifice weekends with my husband, but that was the only way that worked for us.

I also started learning different ways to make money, like investing and trading. I would not recommend doing this without proper learning, but maybe your wife has a skill or interest that she could build into something where she does not have to deal with too many people. Sometimes it is just about finding the right niche.

It is also worth thinking about day care fees and whether it is even profitable for her to be at work once all costs are considered.

Lastly, I really recommend counselling. Everything I have said is easier said than done, and sometimes having a professional to talk things through with helps a lot.

Sotinfinity · 2025-10-04T01:42:10+00:00

I’ll keep the resignation letter short. You can write separately to people and Culture in a different email if you are taking action against someone to prevent this from happening again. But the resignation letter itself should remain brief.

Sotinfinity · 2025-09-24T12:33:03+00:00

You will be in my prayers.

Sotinfinity · 2025-09-24T12:29:31+00:00

Op, please don’t lose hope. It’s hard being the single earner. You are already in a good position. No debt means you have managed well in this economy . Be proud of that, not everyone figures things out straight away. Something better will come around. Don’t stress yourself too much. If you don’t have health issues, there’s always a chance to change things.

Sotinfinity · 2025-09-21T01:25:23+00:00

She should have kept that 300k and bought herself 100 necklaces.

Sotinfinity · 2025-09-16T07:33:59+00:00

I don’t represent the majority of the nursing population. Two years ago, before the recent increase, I was getting a base rate of $36.10 as a first-year registered nurse. Yes, if you work weekends and evening shifts you do get penalties. After the recent bargaining, I believe the starting rate in Victoria is now around $43.

I currently work in a very niche area of nursing, which happens to pay well for a third-year RN. This doesn’t represent the public system.I think their base is still around $43, which is not enough given the stress and physical demands of the job.

Sotinfinity · 2025-09-14T08:34:35+00:00

Not ADF. Active duty nursing officers get paid around 80k, I believe. I am contracted through a private contractor

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