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Getting on top of your finances is one of the most common new year’s resolutions. But sticking to them can be hard. If you want to get your finances unstuck, here’s five money tasks you can tick off during your summer down time, that will help set you up for success this year. Check your...Read More
Many investors breathed a sigh of relief at having survived (and even thrived) the turbulent economic and political events of 2025. Super funds posted strong double-digit returns for the 2024-2025 financial year. Australia recorded modest economic growth, while inflation cooled a little throughout the year – albeit with a slight uptick at year’s end –...Read More
Preparing for an inheritance
January 27, 2026Estate Planning
What role will an inheritance play in your long-term wealth strategy? If the ballpark numbers are at least remotely close, the amount of assets set to be transferred from one generation to the next in Australia over the coming decades will amount to trillions of dollars. According to estimates within a 2021 Productivity Commission report,...Read More
Few investment sectors combine geopolitical intrigue, technological innovation and long-term growth potential quite like rare earth elements (REEs). For Australians, the recent deal with the United States to supply rare earths to seed US$8.5 billion worth of new projects, has thrust the sector into the spotlight.i What are rare earths? Rare earth elements are a...Read More
How to access aged care assistance at home
January 27, 2026Aged Care
Ageing comes with wisdom, experience and a lifetime of stories, but it can also bring new challenges. Tasks that once felt effortless may now require support, and while many people assume the only option is moving into residential care, that isn’t the case. You can often receive the help you need while continuing to live...Read More
How to spot a scam website
January 27, 2026Uncategorized
Recently, there was an alert about the ASIC Moneysmart website being impersonated. It’s part of a growing – and increasingly sophisticated – trend of scammers targeting reputable, high traffic websites. These days, websites can be very easily set up and look quite professional without much effort, thanks to templates. So, whether you’re visiting the website...Read More
Life cover
January 27, 2026Insurance
A sudden death can place financial stress on those who depend on you. If this happens, life cover can help them pay the bills and other living expenses. What is life cover Life cover is also called ‘term life insurance’ or ‘death cover’. It pays a lump sum amount of money when you die. The...Read More
Your money, your priorities
January 27, 2026Financial Planning
Investing may be all about the numbers – growth, returns and risk – to build a secure future but increasingly investors are interested in an even more meaningful approach. Four out of five respondents to a 2024 survey wanted their investments to have a positive impact in the world.i The survey, by the Responsible Investment...Read More
The ATO is targeting super dental extractions
January 13, 2026Uncategorized
The number of applications to access super for medical treatments has surged You may have heard or read ads from some dental service providers asserting that you can access your superannuation to pay for dental procedures. It may sound like a great idea to some people, but don’t smile too soon. The Australian Taxation Office...Read More
Underinsurance: What it is and how to avoid it
January 13, 2026Insurance
Get the right amount of home insurance and protect yourself from costly surprises. When disaster strikes, the last thing you want to discover is that your insurance doesn’t stretch far enough. Underinsurance is very common in Australia and most people don’t know they are underinsured. And it can leave you significantly out of pocket when...Read More