How to invest in shares
Shares or stocks are a popular investment for many investors but can be intimidating when you are starting out. Here’s a short guide to help start your journey into investing.…
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Can your super be a lifeline during times of mortgage stress?
Even with interest rates easing, the cost of living remains tough. In some cases, super can offer relief – especially under compassionate grounds or severe financial hardship. Mortgage stress is…
Property and SMSFs: Using your super to invest in property
Thinking about using your super to invest in property? You’re not alone. Australians are increasingly seeking alternatives to traditional investments such as shares and managed funds to build their retirement…
Handling market highs and lows
What goes up, must come down. Market highs and lows are a normal part of the investment world but they can be hard to handle when it’s your money at…
Protect yourself from ransomware
Ransomware is a common and dangerous type of malware. It works by locking up or encrypting your files so that you can no longer access them. A ransom, usually in…
What’s in store for 2026 and beyond?
Prepare for any changes that may be occurring in 2026 and beyond. Looking ahead: What’s changing in 2026? At this time of year, many of us start thinking about what’s…
Economic update February 2026
Market developments during January 2026 included: Key Points Australian Equities The S&P/ASX 200 Accumulation Index rose by 1.8% in January, with five of the 11 sectors closing higher for the…
Your digital life after you die – how to protect your memories, money and identity
Technology has made everyday life easier. We take photos without thinking where they’re stored, pay bills without opening a drawer and carry our financial lives around on a device the…
Take control of your finances in 2026
Getting on top of your finances is one of the most common new year’s resolutions Australians make. But only 12% of us achieve our goal. Here’s how to be one…
Why is estate planning so hard? And what you can do to make it easier …
Estate planning is one of those tasks almost everyone means to get to, yet many only face it during a crisis. Families often describe the same moment. A parent dies,…
How to create a retirement plan
You’ve spent your entire adult life working and now it’s time to kick back and do more of the things that interest you – whether perfecting your golf handicap, travelling…
Overcome objections before you even meet: The power of your CVP
Why prospects aren’t fully listening Picture this: you finally secure a meeting with a potential client. You’re ready to showcase your expertise, but as you speak, they’re distracted. Their mind…