While it can be rewarding watching your investments grow over time, what happens when you finally want to cash them in? Maybe you believe a particular investment has reached its peak, or perhaps you were investing with a specific goal in mind and it’s finally time to withdraw those funds and put … [Read more...]

Keeping a close eye on your finances is healthy, and it’s perfectly normal to feel a pang of anxiety when things aren’t going to plan, but is it possible to take things too far? These days, social media and uncertainty in both the economy and job market have given rise to something known as … [Read more...]

Renovating your home can be a great way to increase its value, make it more energy efficient, or simply bring its look and feel into the 21st century. But as anyone who’s embarked on a reno will tell you, they can be a nightmare to plan. Along with the cost (which has a tendency to blow out) and … [Read more...]

Ask a group of strangers how much money the average Australian will need in retirement and there’s a good chance their answers will coalesce around a single figure – $1 million. But there’s no real reason $1 million is held up as the ideal benchmark. In fact, most Australians will reach … [Read more...]

Our health needs change over time, and as we age it’s good to catch risk factors early. One of the most effective ways to get ahead of potential problems is through regular check ups. Whether you're young and active, navigating the demands of midlife, or focused on staying fit into your later … [Read more...]

The reality of being single is it often comes with hidden costs that those who’ve partnered up don’t have to deal with. Utilities, rent, car costs – these might be manageable for multi-person households but they can be punishing if you’re living on your own. The ‘singles tax’ — as these extra … [Read more...]

The thought of putting your working years behind you can be exciting. But that giddy anticipation can give way to panic once all the practical considerations start piling up. Below, we address some of the more pressing questions soon-to-be retirees have, and what you can do to kick off your … [Read more...]

It’s probably no surprise that money is one of the biggest contributors to stress and conflict in relationships. But many of the issues couples face years in can be traced back to a lack of honest conversations early on. That’s why it’s so important to understand each other’s financial habits, … [Read more...]

If you’re heading into retirement, you might have heard the term ‘recontribution strategy’ thrown around quite a bit. You probably guessed this involves withdrawing a lump sum from your super before immediately putting it back, but why would anyone want to do that? Strange as it may seem, some … [Read more...]

Tempting as some job offers might be, they’re very often traps. Read More … [Read more...]