Visualise it and make it happen in 2025!
As we move into a brand-new year, many people set their resolutions, and if buying your dream home is what you have set your sights
10th February 2025
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Having a baby
Becoming a parent is an exciting and life-changing step. Be well-prepared for the costs and budget for them. Cost of having a baby Having a
10th February 2025
The Age Pension and your retirement plans
Most people intend to retire between ages 65 and 66, according to the latest data and, surprisingly, despite growing superannuation balances, the Age Pension is
27th January 2025
Releasing the value in your home
Rising property prices have led many people to look for ways to unlock the increased equity in their homes so they enjoy a comfortable lifestyle
27th January 2025
Dollar cost averaging: can it work for you?
Australian share prices have seen record highs in 2024 after a sluggish couple of years. The S&P ASX200 index added just under 7 per cent
27th January 2025
Is a retirement village right for you?
The retirement living sector is growing rapidly in Australia as the population ages and demand increases for a spot in a retirement village. For many
20th January 2025
Investing in property? Know the costs before you buy
Why invest in property? Investing in property is a popular choice for many people as you can both earn rental income and benefit from capital
20th January 2025
Interest, dividend and other investment income deductions
Deductions you can claim for the costs of earning interest, share dividends, or income from other investments. Interest income expenses You can claim a deduction
20th January 2025
It’s super hump month. Make the most of it
Six ways to get more money into your superannuation fund. The start of the 2024-25 financial year on 1 July saw some significant changes come
13th January 2025
Measuring up the price of shares
Analysts have many financial measures to value companies. Here’s a brief overview. Share market investment analysts thrive on numbers. So, when you read reports about
13th January 2025
The cost of refinancing your home loan
Consider the expenses involved in refinancing If you’re debating whether to refinance your home loan, you need to think about whether the benefits of switching
19th December 2024
Retirement income
Retirement means different things to everyone. It may be a definite point in time when you stop work, and begin a new phase of life.
19th December 2024