9 steps to a better retirement at any age
Simple ways to boost your retirement at any age, even if you're already retired Chances are your retirement will be a long one. According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare the current life expectancy is 84.5 years for a man; and for a woman it’s 87.3...
read moreSmart super strategies for this EOFY
Want to help boost your retirement savings while potentially saving on tax? Here are some smart super strategies to consider before the end of the financial year. 1. Add to your super – and claim a tax deduction If you contribute some of your...
read more5 steps to make income tax easier
The end-of-financial-year period isn't really a time most people relish, but it does offer an excellent opportunity to review your finances and possibly free up funds for more important and enjoyable pursuits. Below we'll show you, in five easy steps, how to...
read moreFrequently asked questions about super
If the ins and outs of superannuation leave you confused, the answers to these frequently asked questions will help you understand the basics. How much do I need to retire? According to the Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia (ASFA), a couple requires...
read more8 common financial mistakes people make in their 30s
Climbing the career ladder, perhaps buying a home and starting a family – the 30s are an exciting stage of life. However, the decisions made now can make a big difference to future financial wellbeing, and with so much going on it is understandable, even inevitable,...
read moreHow to get the most value from your health cover
It's time to schedule an annual checkup. A health insurance checkup, that is. Because a lot can change in a year – your needs may have changed, the insurance market has most certainly shifted and living expenses continue on an upwards trajectory. For...
read moreFinancial advice is not the same for everyone
Financial planning. That’s for people with lots of money to invest, isn’t it? Not necessarily. Sure, investment planning is an important part of financial planning, but underpinning the whole process of creating wealth in the first place is having a good financial...
read moreRetirement: it’s time to get busy living!
Many people eagerly anticipate retirement. Others view its approach with trepidation, worried over how they’ll fill their days. Bob retired from work in his early sixties and, deciding he was way too young to retire from life, downsized his suburban home for a country...
read moreHow much does it cost to raise a child in Australia?
Raising a child will provide you with countless experiences that money can’t buy. But it is still an expensive business. Here’s your guide to the likely cost of raising a child in Australia. With over 300,000 babies born in Australia every year according to the...
read more5 habits you can learn from financially secure people
Ever looked at a friend who has everything together and thought 'what's their secret?' Here are five habits you can implement to achieve financial security. Believe it or not, being secure financially doesn't involve magic or an outrageous stroke of...
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