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Private credit is increasingly popular with investors but do you really understand what you’re buying? A boom in private credit demand as investors chase higher yields and portfolio diversification is raising concerns around how asset managers are handling valuations, fees and transparency. The fast growing Australian private credit market is estimated to be worth some … Read more
Scammers are constantly looking for new ways to part you from your hard earned cash. That’s why it’s so important to stay a few steps ahead when it comes to protecting your money. Losing money to fraud can have a big effect on someone’s life – it can be draining for your mental health and … Read more
Imagine finding thousands in super that you’ve lost track of. Here’s how you can check if you have any lost or unclaimed super. There are over seven million lost and Australian Taxation Office (ATO) super accounts with a total value of $17.8 billion1 – a share of this could be yours. Don’t miss out on super … Read more
Generally, you can, but there may be other things to consider. When you access your super at retirement, depending on your age and personal circumstances, your super fund may ask you to sign a declaration stating you intend to never return to work again. However, there could be compelling reasons as to why you might … Read more
Healthcare fell out of favour with investors following the pandemic, but a brighter earnings outlook and strong, long-term tailwinds have renewed interest. BlackRock explain why adding exposure to healthcare may be beneficial this year, despite the impacts of potential US political pressures. Earnings in recovery As we entered 2024, the healthcare sector began transitioning back … Read more
Super is only for when you retire, right? Well not quite. There are a few times in life when you might have a valid reason to get hold of some of your super savings. When is it time to access your super? Super is your savings for retirement. So it makes sense that there is … Read more
We all know the story: women earn less than men. But even as society and employers work towards closing the gender pay gap, there’s another inequality that women face that’s just as crucial to building their wealth: the investment gap. Why women are not investing their money According to CoreLogic’s 2025 Women & Property report*, … Read more
The $3 billion money pot a million retirees mistakenly ignore One in four retirees could be thousands of dollars a year further ahead just by claiming one or more key government entitlements as soon as they’re eligible. Are you missing out? Australia’s retirees are missing out on about $3 billion a year in money that could … Read more
Some of us may help provide assistance to our ageing parents or other relatives in the future. That time may bring a range of emotional and physical challenges. Planning ahead may help relieve stress down the track. Here are three suggestions that may make a difference. Talk about your parents’ future It may not be … Read more
A super balance of $1 million is often presented as the magic number for a comfortable retirement. But most experts say it depends on your lifestyle and retirement expectations. Variables include whether you own your own home outright, your health and dependents who need or may need your financial assistance. The size of your retirement … Read more