Superannuation
Superannuation: the earlier you understand and engage with your super, the greater the benefits of time and compound interest
8 October
Superannuation is one of the most powerful tools Australians have to build long-term financial security. Yet, for many young people, it remains out of sight and out of mind. They may see it as something for “future them” to worry about — a...[Read More]
Advice to give your kids when starting a new job
1 October
Getting your first job is an exciting and stressful time. Kids don’t always know what to do or how to act. Giving them some advice can help them get off to a good start. Explain that they’ve already gotten through the hard part. They made...[Read More]
Invest smarter, build wealth: 7 fundamentals every investor should know
1 October
Investing can be one of the most powerful ways to build long-term wealth, create financial security and work towards the lifestyle you want in the future. But investing successfully is not about chasing hot tips, reacting to headlines or trying...[Read More]
The difference between a conventional superannuation and a self-managed super fund (SMSF)
1 October
Superannuation is an essential part of planning for retirement in Australia. For most people, it quietly grows in the background through employer contributions and investment earnings. But did you know there’s more than one way to manage your...[Read More]
Investing with confidence: Understanding the fundamentals and the value of advice
24 September
Investing can be one of the most effective ways to build long-term wealth, create financial security and work towards important life goals. But successful investing is rarely about chasing the next big opportunity or trying to predict what markets...[Read More]
7 things retirees wish they had considered in their 40s and 50s
17 September
Retirement often feels a long way off when you are in your 40s and even your early 50s. Life is busy, mortgages are still being paid, children may still be at home, careers are demanding, and there always seems to be another financial priority...[Read More]
Superannuation: 7 reasons you should care more about your future wealth
10 September
Superannuation can be easy to overlook. For many Australians, it simply appears as another line on a payslip — money being set aside for a future that may still feel a long way away. But over time, superannuation has the potential to become one...[Read More]
Superannuation: The silent asset that could become one of your greatest
3 September
When you first start working, superannuation can feel strangely irrelevant. You earn your wage, money arrives in your bank account, and a separate amount disappears into something called “super”. You cannot use it to pay the rent, buy a car,...[Read More]
Small-business owners, women worried about golden years
3 September
Almost three million Australians are expected to retire over the next decade, but not everyone is heading toward their golden years with confidence. Many are still thinking about their “number” – the preferred size of their superannuation pot...[Read More]
The earlier you understand and engage with your super, the greater the benefits of time and compound interest
27 August
Superannuation is one of the most powerful tools Australians have to build long-term financial security. Yet, for many young people, it remains out of sight and out of mind. They may see it as something for “future them” to worry about —...[Read More]
Investing through a Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF)
20 August
A Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF) offers individuals greater control over their retirement savings, allowing them to choose a variety of investment options. To maximise long-term returns and financial security, it is essential to understand the...[Read More]
Retirement savings to be ‘decimated’ under early access
20 August
Workers being able to access their superannuation early would destroy their retirement earnings, the treasurer has warned, following calls by Pauline Hanson. The One Nation leader has called for a relaxation of rules that would allow people to...[Read More]
Finding your investment comfort zone: Understanding your risk profile
13 August
Investing is often discussed in terms of returns, markets, interest rates and opportunities. But one of the most important questions comes well before choosing an investment: How much risk are you genuinely comfortable taking? Understanding...[Read More]
Powers of attorney and advance care directives – Who will make decisions if you can’t?
13 August
Most of us spend our lives making our own decisions. We manage our finances, property, health, family matters and everyday affairs without giving much thought to what might happen if one day we were unable to do so. An accident, serious illness,...[Read More]
Labor backs super boost for youngest Aussie workers
30 July
Labor has backed superannuation payments for Australia’s youngest workers, regardless of the number of hours they work. The party says it will “ensure that all workers, including those under 18 and regardless of how they are engaged, can...[Read More]