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Financial goals guide 2025
Your future's on the line. Don't stay on hold in 2025. Is it March already? It’s time to start nurturing...
Seven secret financial habits of wealthy Australians you can copy
Ever wondered how the wealthy manage their money and what they do differently from the average Australian? New research* from...
Financial strategies for women over 50
Many women in their 50s are asking themselves: “How do I prepare for retirement without financial stress? Can I reduce...
Can a few extra dollars really make a difference?
Extra payments into super, no matter how tiny, can do a lot for your balance. It doesn’t have to be...
ASX reporting season: Look for earnings quality and strategic clarity
Earnings season is coming up for ASX investors. Following is what to look for… Companies face sustained pressure from...
Aged Care reforms 1 July 2025
The Government has legislated changes to the cost of residential aged care, for Australians entering care from 1 July 2025....
Winding up an SMSF
There are no prescribed steps for winding up an SMSF, however there are a number of specific requirements that must...
What assets can you have before losing your Age Pension?
There are many benefits to receiving an Age Pension or even a part pension, but there are limits to what...
Using the bucket strategy to make your money last longer
How do you find the sweet spot between using your retirement savings to enjoy a comfortable standard of living, and...
Understanding the difference between ESG, ethical and green investing
For many investors, the promise of ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) investing has been evasive. Confusion around what “ESG Investing”...
Megatrends for 2025 and beyond…
Megatrends are long-term structural changes that affect the world we live in. Importantly, they shape communities but they also create...
The ins and outs of geared share funds
Geared share funds are high risk and high reward. When share markets are doing well, the returns can be very...
Economic update February 2025
Global The introduction of DeepSeek’s open-source R1 model shocked global markets in January, challenging our understanding of capex requirements and...
Australian home investing: New landlords to lose $23k+ in 12 months buying into two major cities
The average Australian property investor could lose money in their first year, with those in the nation’s two largest capitals...
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...
Five ways to fix the biggest financial mistake Aussies make
Two in five Australians say they are not on track to meet their long term financial goals, according to new...
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...
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....
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...
Side hustle ideas
The rising cost of living is causing a strain on household budgets for many Australians. As a result, more are...
Misconceptions about super and taxes
Many people have a good idea of what super is and how much of their money goes into it. But...
Keeping your physical and mental wellbeing in retirement
Preparing yourself for retirement Retirement can cause a range of emotions so it’s important to prepare yourself emotionally as well...
Investing for property profit
When property prices are rising, renovating for a quick return is a popular investment strategy. But when markets are sluggish,...
How to get your will sorted
Making a will is an important way to help ensure that your wishes are respected and your loved ones are...
The impact of lifestyle on life insurance premiums
Life insurance premiums are calculated based on a number of factors, such as your age, gender, health at the time...
Pulse checking your finances
Your financial health is key to the health of your wellbeing, relationships, work and home life. It’s important to have...
Grow your retirement income
In retirement, every dollar counts and it is worth exploring different strategies to grow your retirement income. Here’s how do...
Pros and cons of Self Managed Super Funds (SMSFs)
While self managed super funds are not for everyone, they do offer significant benefits. Running an SMSF successfully requires investment,...
Nine bad habits of ineffective investors: common mistakes investors make
Introduction In the confusing and often seemingly illogical world of investing, investors often make various mistakes that keep them from...
AI and bank shares push super balances higher in 2024
Superannuation funds have recorded another impressive year of returns for members with international technology and Australian banking shares driving above...