Navigating love & money
Money makes the world go around. But when it comes to relationships, it can sometimes stop them in their tracks. Navigating love and money can be tricky, but it’s simpler […]
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How the yield curve can affect you
US Interest rates have been making headlines in recent months, but do they really matter to Australian investors? The short answer is they do, a lot. Changes in US interest
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The experience of trauma
A traumatic event is one that threatens your life or safety, or the lives of people around you. They are extremely common and may lead to posttraumatic stress disorder. This
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Building your ‘Family Future Fund’
How much does it cost to raise a child? Obviously, the answer is highly dependent on individual circumstances. However, as a guide, a 2013 national study* found that a typical
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How much super should I have?
It’s all very well having retirement savings as a financial goal, but just how much should you plan to have in your super balance now, and when you retire? Above
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Claiming deductions for vacant land
If you’ve bought a block of land to build a rental property on, you may be entitled to claim a tax deduction. If you’re able to show that you’ve taken
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Responsibilities of an executor
If you’re the eldest sibling in the family, or deemed to be the “most responsible”; if you’re seen to be a good friend by someone; or a fine upstanding citizen
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Protect your income!
Your income is the foundation upon which your family’s financial plans are built and in most people’s lives there won’t be a larger asset to protect than their cumulative income.
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What’s your magic number?
According to a recent survey *, Australians tend to underestimate the amount of money needed in our retirement years by as much as 20%. Survey respondents, including active Australian investors, revealed
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When is a good time to retire?
There has been much social and political debate since the federal government proposed pushing out the age at which Australians can access the age pension. Although most occupations don’t have
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5 common financial mistakes people make in their 40s
The 40s are, for many people, a critical decade for building wealth. Income is usually on the rise, but so are expenses such as mortgages and school fees. Juggling priorities
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Best practice online security
In order to ensure best practice security standards to protect the online communications between the financial institution and you about your personal information, both parties have important and significant roles
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4 tips before entering the investment property market
Purchasing a property for investment purposes can involve a different set of considerations compared to purchasing a home to live in. Here are some tips to get you started. 1.
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What will you do with your tax refund?
Thousands of Australians receive tax refunds every year. Some refunds won’t even cover the cost of a pizza to celebrate, however many are quite substantial. If you’re one of the
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Is a DIY Will kit enough?
More than 45% of Australians don’t have a valid Will. If you die without one, your hardearned wealth (your estate) will be distributed according to the rules of intestacy –
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