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What is an investment platform?
You may have heard of investment platforms (or master trusts or wrap accounts, which are two types of investment platforms)....
The explosion of the Australian credit market
A reshaping of Australia’s financial landscape is underway, driven in large part by the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority’s (APRA) 2024...
Investing for income
Share markets are renowned for taking unexpected downturns and while history shows that markets eventually recover, this rebound in value...
Inflation vs your savings
Inflation is a slow force working against your financial goals. It can quietly erode the purchasing power of your money...
How to read and understand your super statement
Your super may be one of the biggest assets you'll ever own – and for most of your working life,...
Avoiding income tax bracket creep
You earn more money; you pay more tax. So far, so fair. But what’s not so fair happens when your...
$3 million super tax explained
What's actually changing and who it affects Known to some as the ‘$3 million super tax’, new legislation effective from...
Tips for staying safe online
Investment Scams Investment opportunities that seem too good to be true, probably are. If you’re approached via unsolicited emails or...
Understanding the rules and obligations of an SMSF
While there are benefits in establishing an SMSF, running your own fund is complex and there are many things you...
Super fund fees explained
What are super fund fees? Super fund fees are the costs charged to manage your account and the investments your...
Navigating redundancy – make it work for you
Even though redundancies are often part of business, being told your role has become redundant can still leave you feeling...
The value of good financial advice
When it comes to financial advice, everyone is different. Some people want to do it all themselves, only needing help...
The economy: learn the basics in 5 minutes
Not economically savvy? Not to worry, this short guide will help you learn the basics on the economy and improve...
Taking control of your finances post divorce
Marriage breakdown can be highly traumatic and brings a whole new set of issues when it happens later in life....
Average super balance by age in Australia
Your super balance is one of the strongest signals of how your financial future is shaping up. It’s also one...
Romance scams – signs an online relationship could be a scam
Romance scammers build emotional trust by seeming attentive and expressing intense feelings but money requests follow, often disguised as financial...
EOFY super moves worth thinking about
End of Financial Year (EOFY) is a good time to show your super some love. EOFY often gets us thinking...
Dreaming of early retirement?
Many Australians today expect to be working well after they would like to retire, new research from Colonial First State...
Developing a retirement savings plan
While saving for retirement can seem somewhat daunting, there are a few simple strategies to use when planning your best...
Reserve Bank lifts interest rates by another 0.25pc to 4.35pc
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has increased interest rates by 0.25 percentage points. The new cash rate target is...
Payday Super – the simple change that can boost your retirement savings
From 1 July 2026, super contributions are getting a refresh. Payday Super means your employer will pay your super at...
Making the most of a market downturn
In recent years, market volatility has once again tested the nerves of investors. From the post COVID recovery to ongoing...
Living with higher for longer interest rates
Interest rates are rising and the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has hinted that they could stay elevated for longer...
How much cash should you hold vs invest? What’s the right mix?
There are always two ways for individuals to hold cash, emergency fund cash and investment cash. This needs to be...
Four ways to invest through market volatility
Looking for ways to manage investment risk while still aiming for long term returns? While valuations in many investment asset...
Economic update
Market developments during April 2026 included: Key Points Global equities rebounded strongly, looking through the geopolitical and oil price pressures....
A smarter way to respond to super volatility
When markets get bumpy or household budgets feel tighter, it’s common for people to start questioning their super. If your...
Smart ways to grow your super as you approach retirement
Retirement isn’t a single moment. It’s a long, wonderful chapter – and the choices you make today help determine how...
Seven ways to protect your mobile phone from hackers
Our phones contain so much personal information that it's important to keep them secure. Follow these seven cybersecurity tips to...
Payday Super changes – what they mean and how they could boost super for some
Payday Super means employers must pay super at the same frequency as they pay wages. The changes are being introduced...





























