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First Home Owner Grant (FHOG) – the basics
September 25, 2023Debt Advice & Mortgages
What is the First Home Owner Grant? The FHOG was introduced by the Federal Government in 2000 to assist first home buyers with purchasing a home. Since then, the rules around it have repeatedly changed. While the FHOG is a national scheme, it’s funded by the states and territories—and administered by each of them individually....Read More
Simple ways to save money
September 25, 2023Financial Planning
Find out how to save money every day and make a savings plan to stay on track. Separate and automate your savings An online savings account is a great way to grow your money faster. Unlike a transaction account, you can’t spend money directly from a savings account, so it's harder to dip into your...Read More
Managing the costs of raising children
September 18, 2023Financial Planning
It is a special feeling to welcome a new child or grandchild into the world and watch them grow. Sharing their joy as they reach new milestones is priceless. Of course, there is a real cost – raising a child is expensive, particularly now as the cost-of-living spirals higher. Estimates vary widely from the few...Read More
Is your mortgage still working for you?
September 18, 2023Debt Advice & Mortgages
A mortgage is a long-term commitment, which many people enter with a ‘set and forget’ mentality. Most loans are around 30 years – during which many things can change, not just in your personal circumstances but in the financial world, with the new loan products and fluctuations in interest rates. If you haven’t reviewed your...Read More
Transfer balance cap set to increase to $1.9 million
September 18, 2023Superannuation
The amount of super savings that can be transferred into a retirement pension account increased from $1.7 million to $1.9 million on 1 July this year, but not for everyone. From 1 July 2023, this limit (known as the general transfer balance cap) increased to $1.9 million. While this is good news for some, the...Read More
Trusts and the new super tax rules
September 11, 2023Superannuation
Ensuring you’ve structured your finances tax-effectively is always a concern, but with new tax rules for super on the horizon, many people with large balances are considering alternative vehicles to save for retirement. Unsurprisingly, this has sparked a renewed interest in an old favourite – trusts. Trusts have always been popular in Australia, with the...Read More
Retirement planning for small business owners
September 11, 2023Retirement Planning
When you run your own business a good retirement plan can bring real peace of mind. Read more about your options - and why it's never too early to start. Planning your retirement When you’re busy running your own business retiring could be the last thing on your mind. But planning your retirement well in...Read More
What’s a debt consolidation loan? A debt consolidation loan is a way to combine all your debts - credit card, personal loans, store card etc. - into one loan so you'll be making repayments in one place. It means that you can take a breath and take back some control. It also means no multiple...Read More
Aged Care Financial Planning
September 4, 2023Aged Care
When looking into the financial elements associated with planning for aged care, there is a lot of information out there which can be confusing. With this in mind, it's important to have your questions answered by those who are experts in finance specialising in the aged care industry. These experts will look at your unique...Read More
Use the new First Home Super Saver Scheme (FHSS) to save your first home deposit faster If you’re saving for a deposit on your first home, the Federal Government’s First Home Super Saver Scheme (FHSS) could help you reach your target sooner, by allowing you to save for your deposit inside your super. A government...Read More