Money Worries and your mental health
Worrying about your finances can take a real toll on your mental health. With many people experiencing financial stress, we look at what you can do to improve your financial (and mental) …
Having the money talk with your partner
While you may have been putting off the money talk with your partner, matters of the bank account are very important. In fact, discussing your finances with a long or short-term partner, …
Consumers warned about Fake Investment Opportunities as losses top $20m
Losses to imposter bond investment scams have nearly tripled in the first half of this year with consumers losing over $20 million to these sophisticated scams. Imposter bond scams usually impersonate real …
7 tips to improve your financial wellness
People who have been financially stressed in the past are often able to recover through changes to their behaviour and mindset. Here are some suggestions of things you could do which may …
Shares sliding again – what’s driving it and is there any light at the end of the tunnel?
Key points Share markets remain under pressure from high inflation, rising rates and bond yields and the rising risk of recession and the threat that poses to company profits. With the rising …
Wondering what responsible investing is all about?
You may have heard about socially responsible investing – or possibly sustainable investing. Whatever the name, here’s what it means in practice. We spend a large part of our lifetime saving for …
What does climate change mean for your super balance?
It’s impossible to ignore the issue of climate change in 2022. And certainly, if you’re invested in the markets, you wouldn’t want to. One reason to pay close attention could be that …
Scams robbed Australians of more than $2 billion last year
Australians lost a record amount of more than $2 billion to scams in 2021, despite government, law enforcement, and the private sector disrupting more scam activity than ever before, the ACCC’s latest …
Reviewing your personal insurance policy: when, why and how
Insurance works best when you have the right level of protection for your situation and as your life changes, so might your insurance needs. You should consider reviewing your cover whenever your situation changes, …
Is it time to spring clean your finances?
Springtime is a time of renewal, a chance to enjoy the sunshine and the opportunity to rejuvenate the garden. The same also applies to our finances. It’s a good idea to regularly …