Debt: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
The opinion of many people towards debt can be best summed up in the often quoted line from Shakespeare, ‘neither a borrower nor a lender be.’ Yet others will
September 23, 2025
Financial Literacy
Compound Interest: The Quiet Superpower Behind Long-Term Wealth
At Priority1, we’re passionate about helping Australians build financial confidence—and one of the most powerful tools in your financial toolkit is compound interest. It’s not flashy, but it’s
August 21, 2025
Benefits of advice
We’ve all experienced it. That sinking feeling when a big bill comes in. An argument with our partner when we disagree on priorities. The impact on health or lifestyle when
July 23, 2025
Deep fakes and other scams: your guide
Sally’s daughter Emma was holidaying in Bali when Sally received a voice message: “Mum it’s Emma. I’m in trouble. Can you urgently put five thousand dollars into my account?
June 25, 2025
Super Contributions Explained.. Easily
The superannuation rules have become simpler and more generous over the years, but understanding what they mean for you can still seem confusing. Here is a simple explanation of
June 17, 2025
Impacts of elections on the market
Labor’s election victory is historic. Votes are still being counted, but at this stage, the party will likely secure more than 90 of 151 seats* in the House of Representatives.
May 29, 2025
End of Financial Year 2025: Key Considerations for Your Financial Plan
As we approach the end of the financial year (EOFY) 2025, it’s crucial to review and optimize your financial strategies. Here are some key considerations to help you make
May 8, 2025
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 geopolitical tensions, persistent inflation, and rising interest rates, many are
April 17, 2025
Will You or Won’t You? And If You Don’t, Who Will?
“I don’t have enough assets to worry about a will.’ “I’m too young to think about estate planning.” “I’ll get around to it later.” Does this sound familiar? If so,
April 2, 2025
Priority1 Federal Budget Report 2025-26
At 7:30pm on Tuesday 25 March 2025, the Treasurer, Jim Chalmers, released the Government’s 2025-26 Budget. The Treasurer identified five main Budget priorities: • Helping with the cost of living;
March 26, 2025
The Importance of Financial Literacy for Young Adults
Facing complex financial decisions, often without adequate knowledge, can be challenging for anyone, but particularly for young people. A recent government study found that 49% of 18-25 year olds lacked
February 11, 2025
UK State Pension Top-Up: What You Need to Know NOW
If you are a former UK resident now living in Australia, you may still be eligible for the UK State Pension. However, your entitlement depends on your National Insurance (NI)
February 4, 2025