When families blend, both partners will have their own bank accounts, income and investments. But when they come together, it’s important that these are discussed, and that the couple create one clear, shared vision.
The traditional method of saving money for kids — bank deposits — is drying up as cash returns shift into reverse, but parents have plenty of other investment options.
Australia’s ageing population is in the spotlight, and dealing with the financial fallout is high on the government’s agenda as a retirement income review gets under way.
Going green is growing in popularity, but when it comes to investing your money there are grey areas to be avoided. This guide to ethical investment will get you started.
We’re living longer and enjoying richer retirements, which means more money will be needed. But new research paints just how long you’ll need your cash reserves to last you.
From 1 January 2020, where an employee salary sacrifices part of their salary into superannuation contribution benefits, these superannuation contribution amounts will be subject to further 9.5 per cent superannuation contributions.
There is no denying concerns about global debt, seemingly never ending QE, more debt trading on negative interest rates, inequality & geopolitical threats.
With thousands of charities and projects competing for your support, it’s important to do some research to make sure your money will go where you want it to.
A senior Financial Adviser with over 20 years’ experience, Cherie Carmody specialises in working with women to improve their financial literacy. She focusses on the challenges of managing an income following separation, divorce or the loss a partner.
The past week saw US shares push to new record highs helped by good earnings results and Fed easing, but other share markets were soft not helped by mixed news on US/China trade talks and still soft global economic data.
Buying a property to rent out is a popular form of long-term investment in Australia. Houses and units are easier to understand than many other types of investments, yet they do have some issues you need to be aware of.
Consider the tax implications of any investment. An investment is ‘tax-effective’ if you end up paying less tax than you would have paid on another investment with the same return and risk.
Donald Trump’s top trade official has sought to assure Australian businesses and investors an end to the “trade spat” between the US and China is in sight.
The world of investing can be confusing and scary at times. But fortunately, the basics of investing are timeless and some investors (often the best) have a knack of encapsulating these in a sentence or two that is insightful and easy to understand.
Income protection insurance, also known as salary continuance, can help you manage your expenses if you are unable to work for a certain amount of time if you are sick or injured.
