Christmas gifts that won’t blow your budget Christmas is a wonderful time of year in Australia, filled with summer foods, decorations and of course, gift giving. Here are a few ideas to help you stretch your Christmas gift budget further, so you can enjoy more family...
3 golden rules that make saving for retirement easier If you’ve thought about how much money you need to save so you can retire comfortably, it might feel a little daunting. Maybe so much so, you’d rather not think about it at all. But, according to AMP...
How to save for retirement in your 40s By the time you’re in your 40s you’ll potentially be earning more money than you may have previously – but you may also have unexpected or unwelcome expenses, like divorce. At this age you might also put retirement planning on...
7 tips to improve your financial wellness People who have been financially stressed in the past are often able to recover through changes to their behaviour and mindset. Here are some suggestions of things you could do which may help you to improve how you feel...
Don’t let overspending be your undoing Do you struggle to control your spending around your friends and family? If the urge to ‘keep up’ with a certain lifestyle is stretching your finances, it could be time to take action. From splitting the bill at an expensive...
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 hard to understand the intricacies of investment, taxation and...
You’ve finally paid off your home loan. Now what? Owning your own home outright is a great achievement. But once the home loan is gone, think about your next steps to having a happy and secure financial future. You’re down to zero on your home loan? Congratulations!...
How much do I need to retire? 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...
6 misconceptions about life insurance The probability of you developing a serious illness or getting involved in an accident so severe you’re unable to work, may seem highly unlikely... until something happens. It’s often small events that remind us we’re not...
How to start saving for your future in your 30s Some big life changes – and big expenses – can occur in your 30s. The key to maximising your retirement savings now is making savvy, forward-thinking financial decisions. This becomes even more relevant when you’re...