Insurance through super: everything you need to know

Did you know you can have insurance cover in your super fund? If you have super, you might also have some automatic insurance cover. It’s called insurance in super and is exactly what it sounds like – insurance cover available through your super account. Insurance in super is designed to assist you and your family … Read more

First Home Guarantee Scheme: how does it work?

You may be eligible to purchase your first home with as little as 5% deposit via the First Home Guarantee Scheme. Here’s how it works. First Home Guarantee Scheme: financial support for first home buyers The First Home Guarantee Scheme is an Australian Government initiative to support eligible first home buyers to buy a home … Read more

Financial tips when starting a new job

Whether you’re starting work for the first time or you’re changing jobs, there are key things to know and do. When negotiating pay for the role, pay close attention to the remuneration package. The more you earn, the easier it will be to save and invest more. So, before you accept the role, ask if … Read more

Cost of aged care at home

Watching your ageing or frail parents or loved ones struggle with some of life’s basic activities such as cooking, cleaning or caring for themselves can be difficult – and yet they will invariably want to retain their independence and live in the comfort of their own home as long as possible. It’s at this point … Read more

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