More Australians qualify for the pension than you’d think Here’s a number that surprises most retirees: you don’t need to be asset-poor to receive the
Sarah borrowed $700,000 at 5.8% to purchase an investment property that generates $650 in weekly rent, with tax-deductible interest. Next door, Marcus owes $18,000 across
The sale you’ve worked your whole life for For most business owners, the day you sell is the single largest financial event of your life.
When you start investing, two crucial questions determine your strategy: how long until you need the money, and how much risk you can handle. Time
The big picture Strong market returns have continued, however, the drivers of returns have changed over the last year, pivoting away from the US and
Why your employer’s 12% is just the starting point Your employer now contributes 12% of your ordinary earnings into super, a milestone reached on 1
With the end of the financial year fast approaching, there may be some valuable opportunities that are worth discussing with your financial planner. Depending on
Christine, 52, recently discovered she was paying $18,000 annually for insurance policies designed when her twins were toddlers. Her mortgage is now $120,000 (not $450,000),
What are franking credits? Australian dividend investing has a distinct advantage over most international markets — and it comes down to one key feature. Franked
“I feel guilty every time I spend money now.” After forty-two years as a teacher, Margaret had saved diligently, built a solid super balance, yet
You don’t need to keep wondering if it’s too late to make a real difference to your retirement. If you’re approaching your later working years
We all know that building a house first requires ensuring you are building on a strong foundation. Your financial life works the same way. Savings
