Stop making a super mistake today

It’s approaching the time of year when you’ll receive your annual superannuation statement. Whether it arrives via email or snail mail, many Australians rarely give it a second glance. Why this could be a super mistake It is important to know that your Superannuation statement represents a glimpse into your future finances. Superannuation is both … Read more

Financial success means more than money

More money is not necessarily an accurate measurement of financial success. Money is just one part of financial success. The more critical aspect is what we do with the money we earn. Real financial success is attained when the accumulation of wealth or achieved income is enough to support your ideal life for the rest of … Read more

Why Millennials and beyond may never fully retire

Australian millennials are facing an unprecedented challenge when it comes to planning for retirement. Many will never fully retire, as they will be unable to accumulate the necessary funds to support themselves for an extended period. With the cost of living steadily increasing and many millennials grappling with large debts and limited financial resources, it … Read more

Transitioning into retirement

If you’re nearing retirement age but don’t want to stop working entirely, one option might be to transition into retirement. For those over 60, pension payments from Transition to Retirement (TTR) pensions are tax-free. For those between the preservation age and age 60, a tax offset of 15% applies to pension payments. As such, TTR … Read more

Teaching new, young investors, old tricks

The newest generation of young investors was raised during the Age of Information. Growing up alongside the internet, this generation has been exposed to more information and technological advancement than any generation before them. Young investors have greater access to education around investing, and more diverse opportunities for investing, as well as a rise in … Read more

What you can do to prevent fraud in your business

As a business owner, you know that financial success is key to keeping your doors open. Unfortunately, scammers are adopting new technology and more advanced methods to commit fraud leading to possible financial loss and reputational damage to your business. A scam becomes fraud when deceit is used to obtain a benefit or cause a … Read more