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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
7 tips to improve your financial health
March 4, 2019
With financial stress impacting one in five Aussie workers, see what steps you could take to improve your financial wellbeing. Some days you might feel confident you can meet your needs within the boundaries of your current income, whereas other days you may feel like you don’t have nearly enough funds in order to do...Read More
8 healthy road-trip snacks
February 25, 2019
A pie and sauce washed down with soft drink from a roadhouse. Or maybe a burger and fries at a fast-food joint. Do these sound like your go-to options when on a road trip? It might seem like a hassle to eat healthy food when you're on the road, but it's actually a breeze. Simply...Read More
8 important money tips for when you land your first full-time job
February 25, 2019
If you want to ensure you’re getting the right amount of super and not paying more in tax than you have to, this list is for you. I’m yet to hear anyone say they get a thrill from filling out forms or love reading long documents full of financial mumbo jumbo, but there’s likely to...Read More
When super isn’t compulsory
February 18, 2019
As Australia’s $2.8-trillion super system attracts even more headlines than usual, more people may mistakenly assume that almost everyone in the workforce is covered by at least compulsory contributions. In reality, the position is far different. A research paper* from the Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia (ASFA) reminds us that a “substantial proportion” of...Read More
Are you a woman who’s in control of her finances?
February 18, 2019
Are you a woman who’s in control of her finances? With many women likely to become solely responsible for their financial wellbeing at some point in their lifetime, you might very well want to be. Higher rates of divorce coupled with women living longer than men1 brings to light an important point, if you’re a...Read More
Top tips for first-time campers
February 11, 2019
Sleeping under the stars is an unforgettable experience. For some, the thought of camping is a scarier prospect than a visit to the dentist. However, with good advice and preparation, camping is extremely rewarding. There’s something special about embracing the great outdoors; being in touch with nature and enjoying the simple life. And we can...Read More