How interest rate rises could affect you
With interest rates increasing for the first time in many years, its effects will be felt by all Australians, not just those paying off their homes. In this article we …
Your biggest investing problem may be you
The human brain is an incredibly powerful processing unit. Every day we make numerous judgements and decisions – hundreds if not thousands if you conclude everything we do is an …
Tips for Managing Money in Retirement
Aussies are living longer than ever before, with men expected to live until age 80 and women until age 85. However, an increased life expectancy also means Australians may spend …
Investment fundamentals to consider in volatile times
Sharp share market falls are stressful for investors as no one likes to see their investments fall in value. But at times like these, there are number of key things …
Five Questions to ask before Plunging into an ETF
Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) have been available on the ASX for over 2 decades, but in recent years, this category’s variety and representation within Australian portfolios have grown rapidly. By …
Economic and market overview
Equity and bond markets bounced back hard from disappointing returns in June, amid suggestions that rising interest rates in key regions will help bring inflation under control. Australian shares registered …
Did you know gifting can impact your Age Pension?
Gifting, or financially assisting family or friends by giving away some of your assets or accumulated retirement savings, can be a great way to help out younger family members or …
Australians are losing more money to investment scams
Australians are being urged to be extra diligent when it comes to investment opportunities that look too good to be true. According to Scamwatch, Australians lost over $205 million to …
Active versus Passive Investing – What’s the difference and what’s the best?
Investing in shares is a popular way of helping people to achieve their long-term financial goals. These investments can generate favourable returns over time as companies grow and improve their …
How to identify (and beat) your spending triggers
We often talk about money in terms of dollars and cents, but the subject can sometimes run deeper than just numbers. Frivolous spending as a result of your emotional state …
Will you be able to afford to retire?
FORO – the fear of running out – is a very real issue in Australia. AMP’s Financial Wellness research indicates that almost 50% of Australians are worrying that they don’t …
What are some of the common mistakes that young people make with super?
People in their 20s and 30s tend to not do much with their super, and that can be a mistake in itself. It could leave them with a large gap …
Tips to reduce your debts before you retire
While many Aussies will carry some debt into retirement, the good news is, there are a number of things you could do now while you’ve still got time on your …
Tax deductible donations: Get the most out of giving back
Donating to a charity or cause you care about is a win-win for both you and the charity. Charities rely on the generosity of donors to help them do their …
Building an investment portfolio with pocket change
The concept of investing in shares or other investment products can put a lot of people off. It can be difficult to understand, the share market is intimidating, and investment …
What is financial planning?
If you could achieve your financial goals by simply putting money away in the bank, you wouldn’t need a financial plan. Unfortunately, life is a little more complex – it’s …
Teaching your kids to spend wisely
There are many reasons we fall into the trap of overspending. One reason is we get bombarded with very effective advertising on social media where data scientists and algorithms seem …
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Regardless of where you are in life, everyone can benefit from financial advice from a qualified professional. Whether you’re just starting out, saving for your first home, looking to invest …