
Surprise retirement expenses you should know about
Retirement often forces people to put their spending habits under the microscope in ways that they didn’t during their working

The tricky reality of transferring property to your children
Many parents have been able to help their children get on the property ladder by gifting money or signing on

The mental shortcuts that might be helping or hurting your finances
By Simon Russell Our brains are susceptible to certain automatic thought patterns, and fighting against them can be a challenge

Estate planning strategies for blended families
If you’re in the middle of the estate planning process, having a blended family can add a lot more complexity

Planning for retirement when you have debt
According to ABS figures, the average household debt has quadrupled over the last 18 years, jumping from $62,000 in 2003-04

Are your parents ready for aged care? 3 questions to ask them
If your elderly mum or dad seem to be struggling to support themselves at home, it might be time to

Can you contribute to your child’s super?
As a parent, you probably want to boost your child’s chances of achieving wealth and security in life, and topping

Is default bias derailing your super?
By Simon Russell Let’s imagine two groups of people looking to hire a car. One is told they can have

Passing on wealth while alive or through a Will: Which is better?
With the average person living longer these days, many are choosing to bestow some of their assets to their loved

Cash poor, getting by or high net worth: What will your retirement look like?
Having a clear idea of where you stand financially is the first step to planning the retirement you want. If

The Stage 3 tax cuts are live, what should you do with the extra money?
First announced in 2018 — and given a major facelift by the Albanese Government — the stage 3 tax cuts

Teenager’s first job: Tips to help them manage their finances
Whether they’ve found a part-time job at the local cafe or are picking up shifts at the family business, your