Outliving your savings
While living a long and healthy life is a goal for most of us, it does raise a valid question. Is there a chance that you could outlive your savings? Why does living longer matter in retirement? The risk of …
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Navigating the high cost of living in Australia
In this article we look at some of the ways you can better manage the high cost of living by investing, increasing your income or reducing expenses. Key takeaways Investing a portion of your income is one way you can …
Getting your insurance cover right
Let’s run through some things to keep in mind to decide what level and type of cover you need. Finding your insurance sweet spot It can take days – and a whole lot of stress – to figure out what …
A breakup is super hard – and can be hard on your super
Love song dedications are out the window and you’re wondering how you’ll move forward, not to mention divide your money, possessions and debts. But what about what you’ve saved in super? Breaking up is hard to do. It can be …
Reducing risk in retirement
We all think things will turn out better for ‘us’ than ‘them’. Such optimism can serve us well in life, but when it comes to money, balancing bias with facts is a much safer option. When it comes to your …
Maximising wealth together: Super contributions for your spouse
Maximising super contributions for your spouse is a smart financial move that can benefit both your partner and your family’s long-term financial security. By actively contributing to your spouse’s super account, you not only help them build a more substantial …
How first home buyers accessed $415m under the First Home Super Saver Scheme
Did you know, you could take advantage of potential tax benefits inside super to save for your first home? It’s been called the Australian Dream by many – owning a home. However, saving for a deposit on one can sometimes …
Five rules of money management
No matter your income level or financial goals, everyone can benefit from developing strong money management skills. Here are five rules of money management that can help build a solid foundation for financial wellbeing. Key takeaways: Having a savings plan …
Five lessons learned in 2023
Interest rate cycles can be different Students of economics are taught that monetary policy works with long and variable lags, up to 12-18 months. We had assumed that in the current cycle, the economy in 2023 would have been more …
Changes to tax cuts from 1 July
The Government has passed legislation to amend the tax cuts which apply from 1 July this year. The changes are explained below, along with some things you may wish to think about to help maximise your savings. What’s changing? The …