Finance
Unlocking the Value of Your Home Loan: The Importance of Refinancing
8 May
For many, a home loan is one of the largest financial commitments they’ll ever make. Yet, it’s not something most people revisit often enough. Whether you’re paying off credit cards, dreaming of a kitchen renovation, or wondering if your...[Read More]
Self-Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF) checklist – summary
8 May
A Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF) offers individuals more control over their retirement savings, but it comes with significant responsibilities. This checklist outlines key considerations and requirements to help ensure compliance and effective...[Read More]
The redundancy checklist
8 May
Facing redundancy can be a challenging and emotional experience. It’s important to take a calm and considered approach to ensure you make the best financial decisions for your future. A qualified financial adviser can assist you in navigating...[Read More]
Rate cut could fuel further ‘modest’ house price growth
7 May
Australian home values have continued to soar and an expected post-election rate cut is likely to fuel further growth. Defying economic uncertainty caused by US President Donald Trump’s trade tariffs, the national median dwelling price rose 0.3...[Read More]
Living costs rising despite cooling inflation
7 May
Australian households who depend on government payments have faced the highest increases in living costs this year, new data shows. Age pensioners and other recipients of government help faced 1.6 per cent higher living costs in the March quarter,...[Read More]
Election expected to drive confidence in electric cars
7 May
Electric vehicles are expected to grow in number and fall in price following the federal election as manufacturers and motorists gain confidence that regulations on low-emission transport will not change. Automotive experts issued the predictions on...[Read More]
Full steam ahead for cash rate cut as inflation settles
30 April
Interest rate relief could come within weeks after a higher than expected inflation print still fell within the Reserve Bank’s target range. Underlying inflation fell to 2.9 per cent in the year to March and headline inflation held steady at 2.4...[Read More]
Prices coming down as Coles keeps tabs on Trump tariffs
30 April
Prices on major products are beginning to fall at Coles as the supermarket giant keeps a close eye on any impacts of Donald Trump’s tariffs on products. Australia’s second largest supermarket chain on Wednesday unveiled a 3.7 per cent increase...[Read More]
Problem child no more: surprise rise in state rankings
30 April
Oft-derided as an economic basket case whose government had driven the state’s budget into a black hole, things are looking up for Victoria. Australia’s second-most populous province is the biggest surprise in CommSec’s latest State of the...[Read More]
Students and hire staff pay for Labor election pledges
30 April
Hiking international student visa fees and trimming consultant spending are Labor’s plan to keep the budget in shape while splashing out on election sweeteners. An assurance by Treasurer Jim Chalmers that more than $7 billion in savings would...[Read More]
Digital literacy in retirement: embracing tech in the golden years
24 April
In today’s fast-paced world, digital literacy has become a vital skill for people of all ages—including retirees. Far from being just “young people’s territory,” technology now plays a significant role in helping older adults stay...[Read More]
Saving for the future: building financial security
24 April
In an era where the allure of instant gratification is stronger than ever, the art of saving money seems to be fading into the background. Yet, the truth remains: most of us have aspirations that extend beyond our immediate reach, be it a new car,...[Read More]
Understanding underinsurance in Australia
24 April
Australia faces an underinsurance crisis, leaving many exposed to unexpected life challenges. A quick scroll on social media might reveal fundraisers for families who’ve lost a loved one. Tell-tale signs indicate a worrying trend and numerous...[Read More]
Rate cut on horizon amid fears of more stock turmoil
23 April
Investors tormented by weeks of tariff turmoil will hope for a quiet return from Easter as mortgage holders eye a rate cut on the horizon. Stocks in Australia and the US have clawed back ground in the past fortnight after US President Donald Trump...[Read More]
Jobs market strong but Trump tariff bomb yet to explode
23 April
Global headwinds stirred by “erratic” US policy decisions could still hit the Australian jobs market despite latest figures showing only a small uptick in unemployment. About 30,000 jobs were created in March after a shock 53,000 slump in...[Read More]