Term deposit vs savings account: what’s the difference?
Term deposits offer certainty and savings accounts offer flexibility. Here are some other common features and benefits of each. Putting...
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How to invest responsibly and ethically
If you’d like your money to make a difference to the world as well as your future, responsible investing may...
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Help your retirement funds last the distance
Retirement is a time that many Australians eagerly anticipate, providing plenty of time to pursue hobbies, do more travelling, or...
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Getting married – managing your money as a couple
Making a commitment to share your life with another person is a significant milestone and there is a lot you...
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Elder financial abuse
Elder financial abuse can happen to anyone at any time. Learn how to recognise the signs and equip yourself with...
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When you need a will and who can help
Wills aren’t just for later in life and you should really have one when you start earning. And as money...
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How to upsize your super with a tax-free downsizer contribution
Did you know from age 55, you may be eligible to make a super contribution of up to $300,000 using...
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How to budget as interest rates rise
Having a solid budget is crucial to building financial resilience and as rising rates continue to put pressure on household...
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Five facts everyone needs to know about life expectancy
With the life expectancy of Australians increasing over the years, most of us can assume we’re going to live longer...
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Your guide to gearing
There are a number of considerations when it comes to gearing, the investment assets you may choose to gear and...
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Understanding your investment options
Investing is full of jargon and technical terms that can make getting started or managing your investments seem intimidating. Here...
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Some recent questions on Australian inflation Key points The Australian inflation rate peaked in the December quarter but has been...
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How to monitor carried forward concessional contributions
You may be eligible to make concessional contributions that are greater than the annual cap if you haven’t fully used...
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How to help grow your money through compound interest
Earning interest on interest: learn how the power of compounding can send your savings rocketing. Key takeaways Compound interest enables...
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Granny flat arrangements within the context of the gifting rules
There are special rules for granny flat arrangements that may prevent the deprivation rules from applying. However they must satisfy...
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Economic update
July was a relatively uneventful month in financial markets and volatility remained low. Generally speaking, risk assets continued to perform...
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Are you getting the Age Pension you’re entitled to?
If you receive the Age Pension, recent changes to means testing for retirees could put more money in your pocket....
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Why do you need superannuation?
When you’re just starting out in the workforce, it’s easy to see superannuation as money that’s not quite yours. After...
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More super for eligible employees from 1 July 2023
Compulsory super contributions paid by employers went up in July. Here are 8 things you should know, including what it...
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How to get more from your 2023 tax return with super contributions
We all want to make the most of our tax return each year. Did you know, other than claiming the...
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