When you plan to retire will often be determined by whether you can afford to stop working and still have enough income to maintain your lifestyle. Latest figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics show the majority of men (36%) and women (22%) chose to retire at the time when they became eligible to draw […]
5 steps to make income tax easier
The end-of-financial-year period isn’t really a time most people relish, but it does offer an excellent opportunity to review your finances and possibly free up funds for more important and enjoyable pursuits. Below we’ll show you, in five easy steps, how to streamline the income tax return process and possibly free up funds for the […]
How to manage the impact of starting a family on your career
Here are 10 things to consider before taking a career break to have children, including how your finances could be affected and how to manage the impact of that. 1. Pressure to earn more money Once you have children, there‘s an added expense and suddenly your family salary may no longer be adequate. Suggestion: Consider […]
Comparing Loans: What to look out for!
With so many loan options and an increasingly complex market, it can be hard to pick the best loan for your needs. There are many different factors to consider when it comes to choosing loans. In this article, we outline the features you need to look out for when comparing loan options. The Loan Type […]
How women can build their financial literacy
Recent studies show that more than two in five Australians lack confidence when it comes to financial decision making. The Federal Government believes this is largely due to a lack of financial literacy within the community, which is why it has developed the National Financial Literacy strategy. This initiative aims to motivate Australians of all ages, […]
Why bother to plan?
You’ve heard the old saying: Failing to plan is planning to fail (if you haven’t you have now!) Or how about this one? If you don’t know where you are going any road will get you there. It’s all in the planning We don’t get in a taxi without directions, we don’t start cooking without knowing […]
Super is your time, your money and your future lifestyle.
It is time to give your super the respect it deserves. There truly is something almost magical out there in the world of investing. It’s called compounding interest, and it’s very simple. It’s just the combination of time and money, and how they work so well together, when used in the right sequence. I’m sure […]
Joined up finances
Being open about money is pretty important in a successful relationship. Secret spending and other forms of financial infidelity can become issues serious enough to threaten your whole relationship. Working towards shared financial goals, on the other hand, is almost guaranteed to help both partners feel more positive about a future together. Getting on the same page with your […]
Four tips for women to take control of their super
Faced with average lower earnings, possible time out from the workforce to raise children, and longer life expectancy, it can be a struggle for women to save enough money in their super. According to the 2017 HILDA survey, Australian women are retiring with an average superannuation balance of $230,907 while men are retiring with about twice […]
5 habits you can learn from financially secure people
Ever looked at a friend who has everything together and thought ‘what’s their secret?’ Here are five habits you can implement to achieve financial security. Believe it or not, being secure financially doesn’t involve magic or an outrageous stroke of luck. More often than not, it results from good habits, such as keeping track of […]
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