Use these 3 tips to maintain a good credit score
16 May
Your credit score is a numerical indicator lenders use to determine how risk-free you are as a borrower. It is based on the details in your credit report, such as your borrowing history and whether you have made timely payments. People with low...[Read More]
Top 10 Essentials for Lifelong Health and Wellness
16 May
Creating a sustainable approach to health and well-being involves habits and practices that enhance physical, mental, and emotional health over the long term. Here’s a top 10 list to help maintain ongoing health and well-being: Balanced...[Read More]
5 Tips for an amazing life after retirement
16 May
Have you ever thought about life after retirement? If you have, you most likely think about the best things in life: a happy family, good health and wealth. The only way to make this dream retirement a reality is to have the right retirement...[Read More]
Renovations to add value when flipping houses
16 May
If you’re investing in real estate for resale, you need to know what types of renovations to prioritise. This can help your property create some buzz in the market, with a price you can easily justify to serious buyers. Struggling with what...[Read More]
States query GST carve-up despite ‘constructive’ budget
16 May
States are split on the federal budget as the two most populous jurisdictions question their GST shares, while resource-heavy Western Australia counts its riches. NSW will be the biggest loser from the annual GST distribution set out in the budget...[Read More]
Treasurer absorbs warnings on budget fuelling inflation
16 May
While the federal government says its budget will lower inflation, analysts counter that broad cost-of-living relief, such as energy rebates and tax cuts, could make things worse. An expanded version of the energy-bill relief delivered in last...[Read More]
Workers to enjoy real wages growth, despite inflation
15 May
Workers will see their pay packets grow in real terms for at least the next five years, flying in the face of ingrained inflation fears, the federal government predicts. Continuing strength in the Australian labour market is expected to result in a...[Read More]
Cost-of-living relief and more homes in federal budget
15 May
FEDERAL BUDGET SUMMARY ECONOMY * Budget surplus of $9.3 billion in 2023/24 * Deficits of $28.3 billion in 2024/25, $42.8 billion in 2025/26, $26.7 billion in 2026/27 and $24.3 billion in 2027/28 * Commonwealth net debt rising to $552.5 billion...[Read More]
Annual power bill rebates for homes, businesses
15 May
Households will receive hip-pocket relief with $300 knocked off their quarterly energy bills, as the federal government seeks to ease price increases fuelled by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The package is part of cost-of-living measures in...[Read More]
Incentives set to fuel green hydrogen growth
15 May
Tax breaks to supercharge the production of renewable hydrogen for use as a fuel and other applications are part of the federal budget’s push for net-zero prosperity. The global renewable hydrogen race is already well underway as advanced...[Read More]
Federal Budget at a glance: focus on power bills, medicines and rent relief
15 May
THE BUDGET Budget surplus of $9.3 billion in 2024/25 Commonwealth net debt to rise to $552.5 billion (20 per cent of GDP) in 2024/25 Economic growth to rise to two per cent in 2024/25 Unemployment rate to rise to 4.5 per cent in 2024/25 Inflation...[Read More]
Biggest winners and losers revealed in federal budget
15 May
BUDGET WINNERS AND LOSERS WINNERS Lower income households – more energy bill assistance on the way Small businesses – energy bill rebates and extension of asset write offs Renewable and other energy companies – tax breaks and other incentives...[Read More]
Key strategies for successful commercial real estate investment
9 May
When considering the purchase of commercial property, it’s crucial to take a strategic approach, as the implications of your decisions can significantly affect your financial outcomes. Here are some key factors to consider: Top 10 Factors...[Read More]
Harmonising Life: Ten Tips for Achieving Mindful Work-Life Balance
9 May
Work-life balance is a highly personal and continuously evolving quest. It’s about managing your professional and personal lives in a way that minimizes stress and maximises well-being. This balance isn’t one-size-fits-all; what works for...[Read More]
Top international destinations for retirees to visit
9 May
If you’re an Australian or British retiree, retirement is the perfect time to travel the world and explore the places you’ve always wanted to see. Travelling may lead to much more than just a relaxing vacation, too. Seeing the world in your 50s,...[Read More]