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Until recently, Australian house prices have marched upward so steadily that buying a house, while pricey, was rather predictable. That perception changed over the last year, as house prices fell 8.1 per cent in Sydney and 5.3 per cent in capital cities. It’s a healthy reminder that whether you are buying or selling, real estate,...Read More
Billions of dollars in super contributions go unpaid every year, so if you’ve never checked your super account before, now might be a good time. Recently a girlfriend posted on social media that she was owed over $10,000 in super from a former boss, who had since shut up shop (money she may never see...Read More
A checklist for a healthy financial year
March 25, 2019
A year may not seem like a long time, but a lot can happen in 365 days. Since last February, you may have changed jobs, received a raise, gotten married or divorced, brought home a baby or had one of your kids move out of home. A yearly financial checkup can ensure that your financial...Read More
Getting married – starting on the right foot
March 25, 2019
Getting married is an exciting time but, with so many things to think about, it can be easy to put off thinking about how you will manage your money together after your wedding day. Taking time before you say "I do" to agree on how you will deal with your finances as a married couple...Read More
Are you taking cash out of your kids’ savings account?
March 19, 2019
Aussie parents admit to withdrawing a total of $1.3 billion from accounts that have been set up for their children. While more than 50% of Aussie parents have set up savings accounts to help their kids get ahead financially, four in 10 admit to taking money out of these accounts (a total of $1.3 billion...Read More
9 money mistakes people make in retirement
March 19, 2019
How to keep your finances on track once you leave the workforce When you’ve worked hard all your life to build up your nest egg, the last thing you want to do is fritter it away too quickly. In this article, we look at the common money mistakes people in retirement make, and how you...Read More
A quick guide to organising your financial paperwork With Marie Kondo’s books and TV shows riding high in the charts, it feels as though everyone’s talking about the joys of decluttering and tidying up. But when you’re drowning in a sea of old bank statements, utility bills and receipts, it can be difficult to know...Read More
Buy now pay later services
March 12, 2019
What you need to know about buy now pay later services Buy now pay later payment services allow you to delay payment or pay by instalments (often fortnightly) over a period of time. Here we explain how these payment services work, what fees you'll pay and how to avoid getting into financial trouble if you're...Read More
How to budget for your social life in retirement
March 4, 2019
Have you considered what's on the agenda, such as how often you see yourself eating out and whether you want to travel domestically or afar? If you're in or approaching retirement, you may be prioritising things such as living costs, utility bills, health care and even potentially helping the kids out with their future financial...Read More
5 reasons why small businesses fail
March 4, 2019
By Flying Solo contributor John Refalo For many people starting a business is a dream but, at the same time, a significant risk when not done properly. While we see a number of clients citing issues with the Tax Office as the catalyst for problems that upend them, there’s many reasons why a business can...Read More