Personal Finance

2022 -2023 Federal Budget Analysis

By Thornton, 31 March 2022

A balancing act Billed as a Budget for families with a focus on relieving short-term cost of living pressures, Treasurer Josh Frydenberg’s fourth Budget also has one eye firmly on the federal election in May.At the same time, the government i...

Personal Finance

Counting Down to June 30

By David Lolicato, 15 June 2021

It’s been a year of change like no other and that extends to tax and superannuation. As the end of the financial year approaches, now is a good time to check some new and not so new ways to reduce tax and boost your savings.With so many of us ...

Superannuation

Should I Put My Money Into My Mortgage or My Super?

By Thornton, 14 October 2022

With interest rates on the rise and investment returns increasingly volatile, Australians with cash to spare may be wondering how to make the most of it. If you have a mortgage, should you make extra repayments or would you be better off in the lo...

Personal Finance

The Financial Rewards of Optimism

By David Lolicato, 19 June 2021

If it wasn’t already clear, the past 12 months certainly cemented the fact that life has a habit of throwing us the occasional curveball. The reality is we all face challenges, however approaching life with a positive mindset can help us deal with...

Personal Finance

What’s Up with Inflation?

By Thornton, 12 August 2021

Fears of a resurgence in inflation has been the big topic of conversation among bond and sharemarket commentators lately, which may come as a surprise to many given that our rate of inflation is just 1.1 per cent. Yet despite market rumblings, the...

Personal Finance

Why ‘Low-Interest’ is Causing High Interest in Property

By Thornton, 1 November 2021

Is it the right time to leap into the property investment market? With low interest rates and rising house prices, many investors are jumping on the property band wagon. Buying an investment property is a well-worn road to riches for ...