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Online shopping is convenient and the preferred way to shop for a lot of Australians but it comes with a risk. Cybercriminals often target online shoppers to steal their money or their personal details. They do this through a variety of methods, including setting up fake retailer websites, selling products that don’t exist, asking for … Read more

If you’ve ever had a job, then super is going to be on your radar. Knowing what it’s all about is the first step to making it work for you. Super can help you save big Super is your savings account for retirement. But well before you retire, your balance could be in the hundreds … Read more

A step by step guide to help you through the decision making process. Firstly, what is life insurance? “Life insurance” is the general term we give to the range of insurance that looks after you if something unexpected happens to your body or mind. They are designed to protect your quality of life and the … Read more

For many Australians, lifestyle choices are often seen as rewards for hard work. The big house. The new car. The overseas holidays. The designer labels. On the surface, these purchases seem like signs of financial success but when you dig deeper, they often come with hidden trade offs – and many don’t realise it until … Read more

Unsure how your relationship status affects your taxes? We’ve made it simple with our couples’ guide to tax. If you’re newly married, engaged or living with your partner, you might not be aware that there are some implications for your taxes. In Australia, you’re not required to lodge a combined tax return with your spouse … Read more

Insurance; we don’t need it until we do. Learn all about the value of insurance for protecting your health, income and loved ones when life throws you a curveball. Protecting your wellbeing and your wallet “Do I really need this insurance?” It’s probably a question you’ve asked at some point when deciding whether to part … Read more

Imagine an extra $500 landing in your super fund, courtesy of the government, simply for being proactive about your financial future. If you’re a low to middle income earner making after-tax contributions to your super without claiming a tax deduction, you could be eligible for this often forgotten about super boost. Here’s how it works. … Read more

#1: Set clear retirement goals The very first step in retirement planning is to define what you want your retirement to look like. When you hear the word retirement, what do you think of? Consider the following questions: When do you want to retire? Determine your ideal retirement age, keeping in mind that it may … Read more

It’s important to understand the tax implications of your investments especially when markets move up and down. Our five step end of financial year checklist will help keep you on top of your tax for 2024-25. As the 2024-25 financial year draws to a close, it’s important to understand the tax implications of your investments. … Read more

Learn how interest rates influence loans, savings and investments, and find out why staying informed about interest rates can empower your financial decisions. Whether you’re planning to buy your dream home, save for a brighter future or simply manage your daily finances, interest rates play a key role. Here’s why they matter when planning your … Read more