Am I too old to get a home loan?
One of a property lender’s most important jobs is to make sure a borrower can manage the typical home loan term of 30 years. This becomes even more critical from …
Three ways to plan for your 30s
Turning 30 is often accompanied by a degree of increased financial responsibility. It’s an important milestone that generally means you have a little more financial experience under your belt. If …
The questions you should ask your private credit fund
Private credit is increasingly popular with investors but do you really understand what you’re buying? A boom in private credit demand as investors chase higher yields and portfolio diversification is …
Ten tips to outwit online scammers
Scammers are constantly looking for new ways to part you from your hard earned cash. That’s why it’s so important to stay a few steps ahead when it comes to …
How to find your lost super
Imagine finding thousands in super that you’ve lost track of. Here’s how you can check if you have any lost or unclaimed super. There are over seven million lost and …
Can I go back to work if I’ve already accessed my super?
Generally, you can, but there may be other things to consider. When you access your super at retirement, depending on your age and personal circumstances, your super fund may ask …
A healthy outlook: Why healthcare is worth investor consideration in 2025
Healthcare fell out of favour with investors following the pandemic, but a brighter earnings outlook and strong, long-term tailwinds have renewed interest. BlackRock explain why adding exposure to healthcare may …
When can you access your super?
Super is only for when you retire, right? Well not quite. There are a few times in life when you might have a valid reason to get hold of some …
The biggest financial mistake women are making according to an economist
We all know the story: women earn less than men. But even as society and employers work towards closing the gender pay gap, there’s another inequality that women face that’s …
The $3 billion money pot a million retirees mistakenly ignore One in four retirees could be thousands of dollars a year further ahead just by claiming one or more key government …
Caring for ageing parents
Some of us may help provide assistance to our ageing parents or other relatives in the future. That time may bring a range of emotional and physical challenges. Planning ahead …
How to grow your super before retirement
A super balance of $1 million is often presented as the magic number for a comfortable retirement. But most experts say it depends on your lifestyle and retirement expectations. Variables …
Financial goals guide 2025
Your future’s on the line. Don’t stay on hold in 2025. Is it March already? It’s time to start nurturing your future self by doing this one thing to get …
Seven secret financial habits of wealthy Australians you can copy
Ever wondered how the wealthy manage their money and what they do differently from the average Australian? New research* from Colonial First State (CFS) has uncovered seven secret financial habits …
Financial strategies for women over 50
Many women in their 50s are asking themselves: “How do I prepare for retirement without financial stress? Can I reduce my working hours or transition to a new career without …
Can a few extra dollars really make a difference?
Extra payments into super, no matter how tiny, can do a lot for your balance. It doesn’t have to be a regular amount or a big lump sum to make …
ASX reporting season: Look for earnings quality and strategic clarity
Earnings season is coming up for ASX investors. Following is what to look for… Companies face sustained pressure from high rates • JB HiFi and Wesfarmers’ Kmart focus …
Aged Care reforms 1 July 2025
The Government has legislated changes to the cost of residential aged care, for Australians entering care from 1 July 2025. A female aged 65 today has a 59% probability of …
Winding up an SMSF
There are no prescribed steps for winding up an SMSF, however there are a number of specific requirements that must be satisfied. Overview There are a number of reasons why …
What assets can you have before losing your Age Pension?
There are many benefits to receiving an Age Pension or even a part pension, but there are limits to what level of income or assets you can have, to be …