Getting the best from your professional relationships
You might have a regular accountant you see at tax time who helps you sort out what you owe the government, or if you’re lucky, what the government owes you.…
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Why you should write a Will
You probably have a good idea of who you’d like to give your hard earned assets to when you’re gone. Making a Will can help ensure your assets are distributed…
Three ways to invest for passive income
Living off the income from investments is a dream for many Australians. Along the way, passive income can help cover school fees, fund holidays or pay for life’s little luxuries.…
Aged care facility choices
Aged care made simple: what you need to know Navigating aged care can be quite a challenge, especially with the new rules that come into effect on November 1, 2025.…
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…
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…