House hunters are steering away from Sydney and Melbourne and turning their attention to Brisbane, according to property data group CoreLogic. Investors are being turned off by affordability constraints in Sydney and Melbourne, and the sentiment that both markets are currently at their peak, CoreLogic head of research Tim Lawless says. More investors and prospective […]
Australians are losing about $466 million a year in loose change which they consider inconvenient and too bulky to carry around, a survey has found. The ING study found millennials were the worst culprits, with almost half of people aged 18-34 losing up to $10 a month in loose change. ING’s Tim Newman says most […]
In Australia, nearly 43 out of every 1000 workers suffer a work-related injury or illness each year. Work-related injuries are responsible for lost productivity and lost wages, putting a huge damper on the economy. This makes injuries at work, not just a personal hardship, but a national issue. If you are injured at work, you […]
Health experts have controversially called for an overhaul of dietary guidelines after a large international study found a diet high in carbohydrate is associated with greater risk of premature death, not a diet high in fat. A study of more than 135,000 people from 18 countries, published in the respected medical journal The Lancet, found […]
House prices have risen hugely in Australia in recent years, especially on the Eastern seaboard. This has led to a lot of parents helping their children to afford their first homes. But this isn’t always as sensible and straightforward as it seems – there are a number of things parents should be thinking about before […]
For many small business owners, ensuring your tax obligations have been met can be a frantic time. The stress can be alleviated if you do a little planning – before you sit down with your accountant, it’s worth making sure you’ve got all the information in place that he or she will need in order […]
There are a huge variety of life insurance products on the market. Some seem to cost a lot more than others. Do the cheaper options really provide value for money? The types of life insurance cover Life insurance is there to provide an income for you or your family if you were to become seriously […]
With the wintery weather upon us, it’s never been more important to make sure your home is protected from the elements. So what are the best ways to prepare your property and assets for increasingly stormy winters? 1. Perform maintenance regularly Exposure to the elements can cause the condition of your property to deteriorate over […]
Objective-based financial advice has become hugely popular over the last few years in Australia. How does it differ from more traditional financial advice and why should you be asking your adviser about it? The difference between traditional and objective-based advice Traditionally, financial advice has tended to be more general – the ways in which you’ve […]
As a superannuation fund member, you’ll be receiving your annual statement soon from your super fund either electronically or through the mail. Your statement is often a good touch point on how you’re progressing with your retirement nest egg. Regardless of your current stage of life, it’s important to review your statement, as superannuation plays […]