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Online shopping can be a convenient way to buy the things you want. Know how to protect yourself online, and what to do if you don't get what you pay for.  What to look out for when you shop online Not sure if you can trust a website with your personal information?...

Find out what ESG investing is and how it works. So you can choose investments that match your goals and values. What ESG means ESG investing is when a fund considers sustainability (including environmental, social and governance factors) to inform their investment...

What is salary sacrificing into super? Salary sacrificing into super is an agreement between you and your employer to pay some of your pre-tax salary as contributions into super. Doing this can also be tax effective. The amount you contribute to super is taxed at up...

In the same way finding a balanced lifestyle is conducive to good health, finding balance in an investment portfolio gives investors the healthiest chance of achieving their long-term goals. Having a diversified mix of assets is essential because it mitigates market...

For the first time in years, the amount needed to save for a deposit is decreasing as housing values across most of Australia decline. While this sounds like good news if you’re saving for a deposit, cost of living increases means aspiring homeowners may not be able...

Key takeaways: Before making the decision to switch, it’s important to give your current lender an opportunity to offer you a better deal There are costs involved when switching your mortgage to another lender, so you’ll need to work out if you’ll save money by doing...

If you stay with the default super fund provided by your employer there’s a chance you’ll miss out on thousands in super.  It makes sense to take a close look at your current super fund and consider whether your money could be working harder elsewhere. If you still...

You may have heard it said, "No risk, no reward." But did you know that time can actually decrease your risk while increasing your reward?  Investing: Risky business? When some people think of investing, they focus on the potential for great rewards—the possibility of...

Key takeaways A will, the bones to any successful estate plan, sets out your wishes as to what happens to your assets when you’re gone A legal instrument called a power of attorney can help ensure that someone with your best interests at heart can make decisions on...

Everyone saves money differently. From setting aside a portion of your pay, to choosing the right account, here are some tips on how to be a better saver and reach your financial goals. Have a savings goal and budget It's much easier to be a good saver if you have a...