Many of us would like to think that ‘older’ means ‘wiser’. But when it comes to money that isn’t always the case. The complexity of Australia’s superannuation and pension systems […]
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As record numbers of Australians transition into retirement, considering your cost of living and comparing it to your expected average annual retirement income is a crucial step in retirement planning.
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Superannuation guarantee (SG) rates will increase from 1 July 2021. While this is good news for our retirement nest eggs, some employees may feel the impact with a deduction to
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With unemployment rates decreasing, housing prices rising and the share market performing strongly, the last quarter has been very positive for the economy and investors alike. In this article, we
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Aussies may have a natural reserve when it comes to talking money. But as parents, it’s important to teach our kids to be financially aware. There are all sorts of
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When you first start seeing someone, it’s completely understandable that your focus is on whether you’re romantically compatible. But as the relationship becomes a long-term one and perhaps even a
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ETF stands for Exchange Traded Fund. They are a type of investment that behaves like shares (meaning they can be bought and sold on the stock exchange) while offering the
ETFs – What are they and are they right for you? Read More »
In recent years, ethical investing or socially responsible investing (SRI) has become increasingly popular. Driven by the growth in demand for businesses that are profitable and ethical, along with regulatory
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The end of another financial year is looming, and with that may come thoughts about your tax return and how your wealth has tracked throughout the year. Whether you are:
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Media headlines focus more on share market drops than rises, but wherever there is a weakness there is usually an opportunity lying in wait. High-quality companies are available at excellent
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Several years ago, Steve and Brian started a small web-design business, GotyaOnline. Steve was responsible for growing and supporting their client base, while Brian designed and built the websites. Expanding
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On 11 May 2021, the Government handed down the 2021-22 Federal Budget. Whilst this marked a return to the traditional timing of the budgetary processes, the content of the 2021-22
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There are no two ways about it – raising a family is expensive. But did you know that some of the biggest costs come in later years, once your children
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Research from Roy Morgan found that in the first half of 2020, at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic shut down, 32 per cent of Australian workers were working from
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