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Key takeaways Having access to their financial information will give you a better understanding about their situation Healthcare costs are becoming increasingly onerous so it’s worth reviewing your parents’ private health insurance It’s an admirable thing to help your...

Australia’s economy stubbornly defied predictions during 2023, dashing any hopes that we might begin to return to some kind of normal. Some had expected an end to the Reserve Bank’s continued cash rate rises during the year. Instead, inflation has been a stubborn foe...

Personal transformation can be challenging. We all have habits we’d like to break and behaviours we’d like to do more of. But when we do some self-examination and think about what is involved in navigating change, it can seem overwhelming to get to where we need to...

Key takeaways Personal super contributions—those made from money you’ve already paid tax on such as savings or your take-home pay—may be tax deductible Making personal tax-deductible contributions may be a great way to offset capital gains you make on assets that are...

When saving for your first (or next) home, it’s common to focus on building up the deposit and servicing your upcoming home loan. However, there are other upfront costs when buying a home that you should be aware of from the get-go. With it being particularly...

Key points: Dr Vincent Candrawinata founded Renovatio Bioscience in 2016 following antioxidant research at the University of Newcastle Dr Candrawinata is among many researchers who believe that a person’s intelligence quotient, commonly referred to as IQ, can be...

Key takeaways The various financial factors taken into consideration by the government when determining your eligibility for the Age Pension, such as income, savings, and assets. The residency criteria for Age Pension eligibility. The various ways in which you can...

Conditions of release of super The conditions of release that must be satisfied for legal superannuation withdrawals. You can withdraw your super when you: turn 65 (even if you haven’t retired) reach preservation age and retire or start a transition to retirement...

Bucketing is a smart way to manage your money without complicated budgets or spreadsheets. The idea is to set up multiple bank accounts called ‘buckets’ and use each one for a specific purpose, like bills, savings or entertainment. Once your buckets are set up, it’s...

Key takeaways The benefits of having life cover within super, such as lower premiums, fewer barriers to obtaining coverage, and greater convenience. The issues to be mindful of, such as a lack of portability, gaps in coverage between jobs, limited customisation, and...

Employers are desperate for workers and cost of living pressures are making it tough to live on a pension. That’s a perfect mix of conditions to send some retirees back to work. But it’s smart to get good advice before you take the leap. With unemployment rates at...

Look for a good currency exchange rate and check the fees when sending money overseas. A small difference can mean more money gets to your family or friend. Types of overseas money transfers Money transfer company A money transfer company is usually the cheapest way...