A blunt message. Australians are losing billions of dollars every year to scammers. The victims are not stupid. They are teachers, tradies, nurses, accountants, business owners, retirees, university students and
With thanks to Dr Shane Oliver, Head of Inv Strategy and Chief Economist, AMP Diana Mousina, Deputy Chief Economist, AMP My Bui, Economist, AMP Key points Angst about economic conditions
About one in 10 families in Australia is a blended or step family, according to census data, and this trend has increased in recent years. Blended families can work well,
As 30 June approaches, now is a timely opportunity to review your financial position and consider strategies that may help reduce tax, boost your super and strengthen your long‑term financial
This year’s Federal Budget includes a mix of measures that impact tax, housing, investments and everyday costs. While some changes may create opportunities, others may mean it’s worth reviewing
Many Australians know they qualify for a Centrelink concession card, but far fewer understand just how valuable these cards can be in practical dollar terms. Depending on your situation, a
When members of a long-established couple are contemplating divorce or permanent separation, there’s more than the emotional toll to take into account. Ensure you are aware of the potential financial
There’s no escaping the fact that retail prices, utility bills and interest rates remain persistently high. If you’ve managed so far, but feel as if you’re stretched to the limit
We’ve all experienced it… the undeniable allure of post-Christmas sales. No sooner has Christmas wrapped up for the year than the frenzy of Boxing Day Sales descends upon us. Every
It’s understandable, in today’s tough housing market, that you want to give your children a leg up onto the first rung of the homeowning ladder. But before you do, stop
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
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