Money and Life
Top 10 financial New Year’s resolutions to achieve in the new year
The new year is a perfect time to reflect on your achievements from the ending year and to plan for the new year. While you can also make resolutions for other aspects of life, financial success should be at the top of your list. Check if you achieved your last...[Read More]
5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying Life Insurance
Like any other insurance policy, life insurance has many variations to meet different users’ needs. Thus, before choosing one, you must determine what you need in a life insurance policy. The best way to determine the best policy is by evaluating your needs, premium...[Read More]
5 Things to do as you plan for the year ahead
People typically associate the new year with hope — a time for fulfilling plans, whether those are financial, personal or professional. The past year is finally over and you can now look forward to what the new year has in store. While it’s also possible things...[Read More]
Helping kids with living expenses
There’s a family event of sorts that gives parents mixed feelings of sadness, apprehension and relief — and children a lot of excitement: when a child leaves the proverbial nest. Now, this can happen early during your child’s teenage years or much later in life....[Read More]
Calls for boost to social security payment
Welfare organisations have reiterated calls for an increase to social security payments to help people keep up with the rising cost of living. At a federal parliamentary hearing into the extent of poverty in Australia on Tuesday, organisations said a rise in the amount...[Read More]
Psych yourself into saving; Lessons we can all learn
Money and Life (Financial Planning Association of Australia) BBC broadcaster and psychologist Claudia Hammond Start small and keep it simple Claudia’s ultimate advice for people challenged by saving is to set your sights low but make a start. “The lesson we...[Read More]
Super for self-employed people
Money and Life (Financial Planning Association of Australia) You don’t have to pay yourself super, but when you retire, you might be glad you did. You can make regular or lump sum payments, can usually claim a tax deduction on contributions, and may be able to...[Read More]
What is an ETF?
Money and Life(Financial Planning Association of Australia) Like the idea of effortlessly investing in a lot of listed companies at low cost, with a minimum investment outlay, and the potential to achieve good returns? If this sounds like you, then it could be worth...[Read More]
Pros and cons of a DIY financial plan
Money and Life(Financial Planning Association of Australia) From the Barefoot Investor to Kochie, there are plenty of gurus out there with tips to fix your finances. Discover what they can and can’t do for your money and lifestyle goals. Whether you prefer blogs...[Read More]
What is salary sacrifice?
Money and Life(Financial Planning Association of Australia) As well as super guarantee payments from your employer, there are all sorts of ways to save more into super and boost retirement savings. Find out more in our comprehensive super contributions guide. Super...[Read More]
Buck the spending trends
Money and Life(Financial Planning Association of Australia) Are your finances suffering because you can’t resist spending on the latest trends? Here are some tips to help you switch your focus to long-term money goals instead. According to recent research...[Read More]
How much will I get back from my taxes?
Money and Life(Financial Planning Association of Australia) The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) refunds billions of dollars to over three quarters of all taxpayers annually, but it takes a little effort to ensure you get as much tax back as you can. But while...[Read More]
Changing money habits for good
Money and Life(Financial Planning Association of Australia) Is sticking to a budget the money magic wand that can sort out your finances, once and for all? Discover what budgeting can and can’t do for you and how to turn new budget habits into positive lifestyle...[Read More]
Extreme saving – pros and cons of joining the (Financial Independence, Retire Early) FIRE movement
Money and Life(Financial Planning Association of Australia) The FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) approach to saving and investing is catching on. Find out if living frugally now for a future of financial freedom is all it’s cracked up to be. What is...[Read More]
Sharing financial wisdom between the generations
Money and Life(Financial Planning Association of Australia) Money know-how can come from anyone, young or old. When it comes to financial wisdom, author and speaker Kylie Travers and actor and singer Charmaine Bingwa have taken their lead from the previous...[Read More]