Share market volatility: why time in the market beats timing the market
27 November
Share market volatility is a natural and inevitable aspect of investing. While market fluctuations can cause anxiety among investors, attempting to predict short-term market movements, known as “timing the market,” often leads to missed...[Read More]
The importance of personal financial planning
27 November
The importance of personal financial planning can’t be overstated, regardless of your age. Proper financial planning can offer a safety net for you and your family while giving you the freedom to make informed choices. Many adults worry about the...[Read More]
Your Pre-Christmas Checklist: A smooth & stress-free guide
27 November
The countdown to Christmas has officially begun, and with it comes the excitement—plus the inevitable rush—to get everything organised before the big day. Whether you’re hosting, travelling, giving gifts, or simply looking to unwind, this...[Read More]
Investing can be a roller coaster: some tips for riding the ups and downs
27 November
Investing is rarely a smooth ride. Markets rise, fall, and sometimes loop-the-loop, leaving even the most seasoned investors feeling queasy. Just like a roller coaster, the ups can be exhilarating, but the drops can be nerve-wracking. The key to...[Read More]
Why we need to think about tax at the end of the calendar year — and how to set up for a better 2026
27 November
As the calendar year draws to a close, most people turn their attention to holidays, summer plans, or simply winding down. Yet this period is also one of the most important times to pause and consider your tax position. While tax time may feel...[Read More]
Navigating the journey into aged care: A crucial and emotional life transition
27 November
Entering aged care is one of the most significant transitions an individual and their family will ever face. It represents a shift in independence, lifestyle, and routine, often accompanied by deep emotions—uncertainty, fear, relief, or even...[Read More]
Strategies for adult children moving out of home
27 November
The rising cost of living has become a significant challenge for adult children living at home and aspiring to move out. In many parts of the world, particularly in Australia, the cost of housing, groceries, transportation, and utilities has...[Read More]
The adult’s guide to embracing superannuation
27 November
Being young comes with a whirlwind of experiences and financial priorities, often pushing thoughts about retirement and superannuation to the back burner. Initially, for many young individuals, superannuation feels like a distant concern,...[Read More]
Spin the globe: Festive-season travel inspiration for every age
27 November
There is a unique magic to travelling during the festive season—a time when cities sparkle, markets hum with colour, and coastlines glow beneath long summer evenings. For travellers dreaming of a holiday escape, imagine placing a finger on a...[Read More]
Strategies for navigating conflicts successfully
27 November
Managing a dispute effectively requires a strategic approach that considers the nature of the conflict, the parties involved, and the desired outcomes. Here are several key considerations to keep in mind when managing a dispute: Understand the...[Read More]
Relationships enrich our lives in ways money cannot replicate
27 November
Financial wellbeing is often equated with security, stability, and the ability to afford life’s necessities and luxuries without undue stress. However, true happiness transcends monetary wealth, finding its deepest roots in meaningful...[Read More]
House prices surge as city-dwellers flee to the regions
26 November
Home buyers are being pushed out to the regions as falling interest rates and a lack of supply put a rocket under inner-city house prices. The median house price in Sydney is set to approach the dizzying $2 million barrier in 2026, according to...[Read More]
AI could push up the RBA’s neutral interest rate level
26 November
Artificial intelligence could push up Australia’s neutral interest rate level, making it harder for the Reserve Bank the lower rates further. The whereabouts of the neutral rate – the interest rate level that neither slows down nor speeds up the...[Read More]
Slash spending and reform taxes, IMF urges Australia
26 November
Reviving the Gillard-era mining tax and slashing income taxes should be on the Albanese government’s agenda to boost Australians’ living standards, the International Monetary Fund has declared. In its annual assessment of the Australian economy...[Read More]
Inflation surges as energy rebates run out of gas
26 November
Surging inflation has dashed hopes of one last rate cut and heightened expectations energy rebates will be extended. Expiring electricity subsidies helped drive up the annual consumer price index from 3.6 per cent to a 16-month high of 3.8 per cent...[Read More]