Mental health claims top insurance payouts
The Financial Services Council (FSC) has compiled detailed new data that provides deep insights into the underlying causes of total and permanent disability (TPD) claims in Australia. FSC CEO Sally…
Boost savings with compound interest
If your goal is to save for the future, or perhaps start putting away for your children’s education – then unless you plan on putting your savings under your mattress,…
Why a car recall isn’t all bad news
The rate of car recalls is at an all-time high. But that doesn’t necessarily mean that manufacturers are building less reliable cars. A recall letter is usually something you don’t…
The hidden costs of car ownership
Purchasing a car is one thing, but affording to run it can be a whole different kettle of fish. Here are some things to consider Budgeting for a new car…
Does your mind help or hinder your investment success?
Of all the decisions we make, investments ought to be the most rational. We should be able to whip off our rose-coloured glasses, replace them with green eyeshades and choose the lowest-cost investments with the highest-expected returns to create a diversified portfolio.
Downsize the home, upsize the super
From 1 July 2018, if age 65 or older and satisfy the eligibility requirements, you may be able to make a downsizer contribution into super of up to $300,000 from…
What Are Genuine Savings?
Just when you thought that you could get the best home loan deal by simply having a lump sum of cash, you might have to think again. Not all cash…
Upgrading Your Home Before Selling?
Most people have walked through beautiful model homes and wished their own home had all those modern features. Model homes showcase the latest in upgrades and decorating styles. When we…
Traversing a synchronised economic slowdown
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) grabbed headlines this month on releasing its latest World Economic Outlook report, downgrading its global growth forecasts to the lowest levels since the 2008-09 financial crisis.
