Inflation vs. Your Savings
Inflation is a slow force working against your financial goals. It can quietly erode the purchasing power of your money over time. While it’s tempting to see cash as a
Quarterly Economic Update: July – September 2024
The Australian economy is still growing, but things are moving slower than usual, and the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) is being cautious with any changes to interest
When debt collectors call, know your rights
Debt is a fact of life; some might say it’s a necessity. Rarely is a home or large-ticket item purchased without finance of some kind. Australians typically manage
Important Updates to Superannuation Contributions: Key Changes Effective from 1 July 2024
The law changes in superannuation contributions will affect both employers and employees and where made effective from 1 July 2024. These changes, outlined by the Au
Loud Budgeting: Amplifying your financial awareness
I’d always known that saving for my first home would require a bucket-load of discipline and sacrifice. And when I thought about the amount I needed for a deposit…we
Is FORO ruining your retirement?
FORO – the fear of running out. I’d never heard the expression until I met Mark and Susan. Of course I’d heard of FOMO, the fear of missing out, but
The impact of student loans when buying a home
For many Australians, particularly young Australians, the dream of home ownership is often accompanied by the reality of carrying student loans, known as HECS-HELP debt.
Is your money mindset holding you back?
Does your Money Mindset have your back? Or… Is it holding you back? If you've never really thought about it, you'd be forgiven. When it comes to our fin
Your super: A scammer’s new target
In a recent media release, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) warned about a new scam doing the rounds. Scammers attempt, through cold calls