Some practical tips you can implement if you’re struggling with mortgage repayments
5 November
Owning a home is a significant milestone. However, the financial responsibility of mortgage repayments can be daunting for some homeowners.In times of financial difficulty, it’s essential to find ways to manage your mortgage and avoid defaulting...[Read More]
8 Ways to save money around your home during times of rising interest rates
5 November
With interest rates rising almost everywhere, including Australia and the United Kingdom, people have begun tightening their purse strings as best they can.However, decreasing spending to ensure your expenses match your reduced budget could mean...[Read More]
How to spot and avoid scams
5 November
Scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated, and they work because they often appear legitimate. Scammers tend to strike when you least expect it—when you’re busy, distracted, or under pressure to make quick decisions. By blending in with...[Read More]
Top 5 tips for completing your Business Activity Statement (BAS)
5 November
Why good recordkeeping and professional advice can save your business time, money and unnecessary stressFor many Australian small business owners, completing a Business Activity Statement (BAS) can feel like another administrative burden on an...[Read More]
Retirement success: The five things that truly define a life well lived
5 November
What does a successful retirement really look like? Is it having millions in superannuation, travelling the world, owning your home, or simply waking up each morning feeling happy, healthy and financially secure?After decades of working, raising...[Read More]
The importance of seeking professional advice in the age of social media influencers
5 November
In today’s digital age, information is readily accessible at our fingertips, thanks to the proliferation of social media platforms and influencers. Australians, like people worldwide, often turn to these platforms for guidance and information on...[Read More]
Together is the best place to be: Top 3 Australian destinations for an intergenerational family holiday
5 November
When was the last time your entire family enjoyed a holiday together? Not just Mum, Dad and the kids, but grandparents, adult children, grandchildren and perhaps even great-grandparents?With busy lives, work commitments and families spread across...[Read More]
Whether you’re in your 20s or beyond your 50s, there’s always something new to try
5 November
Every stage of life offers unique opportunities for personal growth and well-being, both physical and mental. Whether you’re in your 20s or beyond your 50s, there’s always something new to try that can keep you active and mentally stimulated....[Read More]
Building your emergency fund: A step-by-step guide
5 November
Life is unpredictable, and financial surprises can arise when you least expect them. This is where an emergency fund comes in. This financial safety net is designed to cover unexpected expenses, like car repairs or medical bills, or provide support...[Read More]
The transition into aged care: navigating the emotional journey
5 November
Growing older is a natural part of life, but the transition into aged care can stir a wide range of emotions—both for individuals and their families. Beyond the practical considerations of health, housing, and support, there is an emotional...[Read More]
Oliver’s Insights – Australian home prices continue to slide and look likely to see a 15% fall
4 November
Key points – The slump in national average home prices continued in October with prices down another 1.2% according to Cotality, their seventh monthly fall. The rapid decline, more rate hikes than expected and rising unemployment combined with...[Read More]
Investment markets and key developments – Weekly market update – 01/11/2026
4 November
Global share markets were mixed over the last week. US shares fell 1.8% on Friday as tech shares were hit by disappointing earning results and renewed AI capex worries, leaving them down 0.6% for the week. Chinese shares also fell 2.9% for the...[Read More]
Early access to super deepens cracks between Liberals
4 November
Whether home buyers should be able to raid their retirement savings for a deposit remains a thorn in the coalition’s side.The policy accompanied the opposition to its last two unsuccessful election campaigns, but may be abandoned after Liberal...[Read More]
Price slide hits $63,000: rates to fuel property plunge
4 November
Australia’s deepening housing downturn has been welcomed by a senior Labor minister as more than $63,000 has been shaved off the average property price in seven months.The national median dwelling value fell another 1.2 per cent in October,...[Read More]
Small businesses urged to get hands-on cyber coaching
4 November
Artificial intelligence is making cyber threats more convincing, with small businesses being urged to take up hands-on coaching to prevent attacks.A federal inquiry into cyber security for small to medium-sized businesses and organisations is...[Read More]