Summary As we live in a more globalised economy, the chances of us being offered a job opportunity overseas is as high as ever. One could be forgiven if in the excitement of trying to climb the corporate ladder offshore, we embraced such change without too much thought about tax Read more…
Summary Financial circumstances almost always change as a result of a divorce. Inevitably, some expenses will no longer be shared, such as the roof over your head. These tax and benefit options can lighten your financial load. Content Financial circumstances almost always change as a result of a divorce. Inevitably, Read more…
Summary Investing in the stock market is seen by some as a viable alternative to other common investments for many reasons, including a climate of low interest rates and the ease and ubiquity of online stock trading platforms. Like most things, putting money in the stock market is not for Read more…
Summary Australians are very happy people. According to the World Happiness Report 2017, we rate number nine in the world. Aussies are blissfully buoyed by a high GDP, as well as social support and freedom to make life choices. According to another measure of happiness not mentioned in the report Read more…
Summary Over 60s are reinventing themselves with postgraduate study and new careers. Instead of moving into old age, today’s sixty-somethings are entering their “renewal age”: a life phase geared towards re-energising, re-educating and for many, taking a new career direction. Content Over 60s are reinventing themselves with postgraduate study and Read more…
Summary Overseas holidays, new cars and having the latest technology aren’t considered luxuries anymore, but are standard lifestyle expectations of the new ‘average’ Australian, according to new research by MLC, the Australia today report. Content Overseas holidays, new cars and having the latest technology aren’t considered luxuries anymore, but are Read more…
Summary How much you can afford to spend in retirement is determined by a number of different factors including investment markets, your super balance and lifestyle. But is there more you can do to help yourself have a better retirement? Understanding your expected spending patterns and ensuring you have an Read more…
Summary It’s a tough life for today’s average Australian…or so they think…The Australia Today report, conducted by IPSOS, assesses the lifestyle, financial security and retirement plans of 2000 Australians. Content It’s a tough life for today’s average Australian…or so they think… The Australia Today report, conducted by IPSOS, assesses the lifestyle, financial Read more…
Summary Superannuation is, and will continue to be, a hot topic in the financial advice industry. No matter what your age, once you begin your working life superannuation should be in the back of your mind, but MoneyTalk magazine have uncovered some confronting statistics that it’s worth thinking about if Read more…
Summary If you have a hard look at your finances there are almost certainly lots of small steps you can take to reduce your day-to-day costs and increase the money in your hand. Here are some great ways you could save money across major household expenses. Content If you have Read more…