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Key takeaways Strategies for fast-tracking your retirement savings nest egg, such as debt elimination, additional super contributions, and targeted investing. How part-time work and delaying receipt of the Age Pension can boost your retirement income. Retirement...

Overview If your relationship with your spouse ends, you should be aware of what can happen to the super entitlements of you both. The Family Court and super-splitting laws generally enable super interests (accounts in super funds) or super payments (pensions or...

Bonds can provide a stable source of income and can protect the money you invest. They are considered less risky than growth assets like shares and property, and can help to diversify your investment portfolio. What is a bond When you invest in bonds, you’re lending...

Key takeaways Things to be mindful of with retirement planning such as procrastination, underestimating your financial requirements, and failing to update your plans as your circumstances and needs evolve. How to avoid the common pitfalls to help ensure your...

Give me the main points The most important reason to consider taking out life insurance is to protect your family if you die or become unable to work. There’s a good case for anyone with dependants or people who plan to have dependants to take out life insurance. Life...

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced proposed changes to address ongoing cost of living pressures with all 13.6 million Australian taxpayers receiving a tax cut from 1 July 2024, compared to the tax they paid in 2023-24.i Now is the time to assess what it...

Key takeaways: An understanding of the distinction between concessional (before-tax) and non-concessional (after-tax) super contributions, and the rules governing each. Tips to maximise your super contributions whilst remaining within the cap limits, such as spouse...

The new year is a time when most people sit back and set some goals for the year ahead. But why not think about your goals for next year now? If you are thinking of buying a property, get a jump-start on 2024 and be ready to buy by starting the pre-approval process...

We spend decades watching our super balances grow but for those thinking about retirement in the next few years, it can be confusing to work out how best to use your super. Here are some of the considerations for the popular options. Easing into retirement You can...

Key takeaways The key steps in planning early for retirement, such as maximising super, exploring alternative revenue streams, and budgeting. Why and how to prioritise health and wellness. Why having a daily schedule shouldn’t stop once you retire.  Retirement is one...

Here are some quick ways to reduce your living costs. Having a money plan helps you stay on top of your spending and bills. There's also free support and services to go to if you're feeling overwhelmed. If you're in crisis and struggling to pay for essentials, there...

It’s easy to be inspired by the super-profitable renovations and dream rebuilds we see on TV. In real life, the picture can be a little different. The key to achieving your particular dream home is to arm yourself with the comparative costs for both selling and...