Financial Planning News & Insights
Three simple steps for financial wellness
If money’s too tight to mention, here’s some small steps that can make a big difference in achieving your financial goals.
Retirement planning: it's not all about the money
Retirement is often a massive life change for the majority of people who experience it. Most of us will have mixed emotions around the end of our working life and the beginning of our 'second half'.
Power Saving Bonus program
With cost of living pressures increasing, the Victorian government recently announced a new round of the Power Saving Bonus program for Victorian households.
How to thrive in a part-time role without being overworked
Many sole traders go into business for themselves in order to gain more flexibility and the chance to work less days per week than the regular nine-to-five. But how do you make sure you actually achieve that much-needed time off? Business coach and author, Belinda Morgan, shares her best advice for maintaining your part-time hours.
Money saving tips for travel
Travelling cheaply needn’t mean you miss out. Find out the best ways to save big on your overseas holiday plans, and make the most of every dollar.
2022 Year in Review
The year began on an optimistic note, as we finally began to emerge from Covid restrictions. Then Russia threw a curve ball that reverberated around the world and suddenly people who had never given a thought to the Reserve Bank were waiting with bated breath for its monthly interest rate announcements.
The challenges of market timing
When markets fall, it's natural to want to take action to prevent further losses. Doing so however can do more harm than good. Here's why timing the market to buy low and sell high is not as easy as it sounds.
How much Super do I need to retire?
Working out how much you need to save for retirement is a question that keeps many pre-retirees awake at night. Recent market volatility and fluctuating superannuation balances have only added to the uncertainty.
World Population
By the end of 2022, the eight billionth human being will enter the world, ushering in a new milestone for humanity.
Six ways to pay off your mortgage faster
Paying off your mortgage early will save you money and take a financial load off your shoulders. Here are some ways to get rid of your mortgage debt faster.
Five investing tips for beginners
Here are five investing tips for those who are just beginning their investment journey.
The $100 Trillion Global Economy
Despite the current economic challenges, the global economy has now surpassed $100 trillion in global economic output.
Time in the Market
With a high level of market volatility currently experienced, it is worth remembering “it’s about time in the market, not timing the market”.
Super Guarantee Increase to 10.5% on 1 July 2022
The Superannuation Guarantee (SG) rate is set to increase from 10% to 10.5% from 1st July 2022.
Changes to the Work Test
The Government announced recently that superannuation rules will no longer require an individual age 67 to 74 to meet the Work Test to be able to contribute to super.
How discipline has paid off for share market investors
Investors worldwide have been rattled by the heightened volatility on share markets over recent weeks.
Sea Change or Tree Change?
Australians are leaving capital cities in droves in a phenomenon being referred to as ‘The Great Relocation’.However, there’s a lot to consider beyond the obvious appeal of waking up to the laughter of kookaburras or enjoying a long walk on the beach.
Kicking financial goals in 2022
After a difficult year of COVID disruptions and uncertainty in 2021, it’s a chance to now refresh and reflect on the year that was and hopefully set some goals for year ahead.
The gift of giving this Christmas
Christmas is a time when we come together to celebrate with our family and friends. And, for those who haven’t been able to see friends and family due to border closures, it will be an even more joyous occasion this year.
Working from home benefits
Recent lockdowns have caused businesses to re-assess how staff conduct their work. Research shows working from home “WFH” brings two-fold benefits.