Setting financial goals as a couple

Setting financial goals as a couple

Step one: what are your financial pain points? When you start making plans, chances are you’ll both come across financial pain points. In other words, the areas that need some attention and possible alterations. These might include: post-wedding or honeymoon debts...
Is your mortgage still working for you?

Is your mortgage still working for you?

A mortgage is a long-term commitment, which many people enter with a ‘set and forget’ mentality. Most loans are around 30 years – during which many things can change, not just in your personal circumstances but in the financial world, with the new loan products and...
Retirement planning for small business owners

Retirement planning for small business owners

When you run your own business a good retirement plan can bring real peace of mind. Read more about your options – and why it’s never too early to start. Planning your retirement When you’re busy running your own business retiring could be the last thing...
Travel on a shoestring

Travel on a shoestring

If you are saving for a long-term goal, it can feel like you have to miss out on things such as travel to keep your savings on track. That’s not necessarily the case, it is possible to have a fantastic holiday without breaking the bank or derailing your savings plans....
The essentials of estate planning

The essentials of estate planning

Key takeaways Preservation age: this is the earliest age where it’s possible in normal circumstances to access your super Estate planning professionals can assist in structuring the estate plan, navigating tax and any social security implications, ensuring compliance...
Trusts and the new super tax rules

Trusts and the new super tax rules

Ensuring you’ve structured your finances tax-effectively is always a concern, but with new tax rules for super on the horizon, many people with large balances are considering alternative vehicles to save for retirement. Unsurprisingly, this has sparked a renewed...