Consumer confidence plunges to worst level since 1990s

7 October

Australian households are the most persistently pessimistic they have been since the early-1990s recession, after a fourth Reserve Bank rate rise.Following the RBA’s decision to lift interest rates to the highest level since 2011, confidence among...[Read More]

Advice to give your kids when starting a new job

1 October

Getting your first job is an exciting and stressful time. Kids don’t always know what to do or how to act. Giving them some advice can help them get off to a good start. Explain that they’ve already gotten through the hard part. They...[Read More]

Don’t let tax catch you out: 5 things to keep in mind

17 September

Tax is one of those things that can quietly sit in the background for most of the year — until suddenly it is time to lodge a return, prepare financial statements or deal with an unexpected tax bill.   Whether you are an employee, investor,...[Read More]

5 simple lessons to motivate kids to save

10 September

Building strong money habits early can set children up for a lifetime of smart financial decisions.    It all starts with simple lessons in saving, spending, and valuing what matters most.   Top 5 tips to motivate kids to save Help Them Set a...[Read More]

From cashflow to wealth: How understanding your money changes everything

3 September

Money is something we use every day, yet many people go through life without ever developing a clear understanding of how it actually flows through their household.Income comes in, expenses go out, bills are paid and, hopefully, something is left...[Read More]

Taxation, cash flow and the value of good accounting advice

27 August

For many business owners, profit is the headline number. But in day-to-day business, cash flow is often what keeps the doors open.A business can be profitable on paper and still experience financial pressure if customers are slow to pay, tax...[Read More]

Investing through a Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF)

20 August

A Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF) offers individuals greater control over their retirement savings, allowing them to choose a variety of investment options. To maximise long-term returns and financial security, it is essential to understand the...[Read More]

Saver or Investor? Understanding when your money needs to work harder

13 August

Most of us begin our financial lives as savers.Our first money goals are usually simple: put something aside for a holiday, build a deposit for a car, create an emergency buffer or save towards a home. Saving provides something enormously valuable...[Read More]