Financial Planning News and Insights

In business, it’s important to remember that we have the ability to support more than just our clients and our employees. We’re in a fortunate position, something I’m thankful for every day.

Living and working overseas is on the bucket list for many of us. So when a job opportunity presents itself, you may find yourself jumping at the chance to live an expat lifestyle in a new country

Retirement should be a time we all look forward to. But as it moves closer, the reality of how much money you need to maintain the lifestyle you desire can be daunting. For many, the rising cost of living in Australia is tempting them to pack their bags for locations like Thailand and Spain, where even the most modest of retirement funds can provide a luxurious lifestyle.

For the vast majority of us, interacting with the Internet is a daily part of our lives. Whether it’s checking investment performance, reading the latest news, or making an online purchase, it’s a core part of our day.

Getting married is an exciting time in your life. Now that you’ve found your partner for life and you’re engaged, it’s time to start planning the wedding. For many newly…

If there’s one generation today that is discussed at length, it’s Generation Y, more commonly known as ‘Millennials’. It’s a generation that has been thoroughly reviewed by the media and academia alike, with numerous theories around the opportunities and challenges facing this generation.

When it comes to money, it is always worthwhile to make time to refresh your finances. Whether it is reviewing your goals, consolidating your super or reassessing your insurances, the start of the financial year provides the perfect time to get your finances sorted.

Of all the areas in our lives, career is one of the biggest components. As our economy changes, technology and the digital era are rapidly changing the way we work.

The terms ‘virtual reality’ (VR) and ‘augmented reality’ (AR) are technology terms that leave many intrigued. What started out as a bit of a gimmick for gamers around the world has taken on a very real significance in recent times. As technology platforms, they have the potential to change the way we live in many ways.

Women face unique challenges when it comes to finance; factors such as the gender pay gap and increased likelihood of a career break to care for children or elderly parents have a dramatic impact on financial situation and superannuation. Couple this with both the rising rate of divorce and the fact that women are living longer than men, and it’s not surprising that many women are facing the prospect of retirement on the poverty line.

In terms of your household spend, it’s one of the most contentious charges we see today: The cost of childcare for Australian working families.

It’s been an interesting time in Australia as we look at the future of our economy. Taking aside the different political sides of the argument, there have been some interesting developments in our two major states with recent budget announcements.