How to inform your audience with video
Many businesses have figured out that placing videos on their website is a good move. Why? Because it builds your brand name, showcases you as an expert, puts real people…
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Having a baby
New babies are a wonderful addition to your life. Planning ahead for parenthood can help you give your growing brood the best of everything. The costs of raising a child…
Making the most of a salary increase
It’s exciting to get a pay rise and when you’ve earned it, you often feel like it’s a deserved reward to treat yourself with, but used in the right way…
Star performers: which investment types delivered the best returns in 2024-25?
Sharemarkets continued to make headlines in the 2024-25 financial year but the best performers for investors seeking high returns broadened to include a much wider range of investment types. Investors…
Helping your grandkids purchase their first property
Supporting your adult children or grandchildren in purchasing their first property can be a fulfilling way to help them achieve financial independence. However, it’s crucial to ensure your own retirement…
Reserve Bank cuts interest rates by 0.25 percentage points in August in unanimous decision
In short: The Reserve Bank cut interest rates by 0.25 percentage points in August to 3.6 per cent, after July’s shock ‘on hold’ decision. The average owner-occupier with a $750,000…
How much super do I need to retire in Australia?
The amount of super you need to support your retirement will depend on what kind of lifestyle you’re hoping to enjoy and how much income you’ll be earning in addition…
Protecting retirement income from inflation
The fall in inflation from multi decade highs is good news for the Australian economy. Many retirees are struggling to manage their cost of living because of the cumulative impact…
Secure your email
In today’s world, we manage a significant part of our lives through emails. We use them to communicate with friends, family and colleagues. We also use email to sign up…
Carry forward concessional contributions
If you’re looking for ways to potentially increase your retirement savings while reducing tax, carry forward concessional contributions could be a good option. Carry forward concessional contributions If you’ve had…
Australian housing market update
Australian housing values rose another 0.6% in June, marking a fifth straight month of growth since conditions flattened out through the end of last year. Demonstrating the broad based nature…
2025 financial year in review
A strong year for share returns Global shares delivered very strong returns in the past financial year. Optimism on the promise of ‘Artificial Intelligence’ (AI) as well as progress towards…