For many people, the government’s COVID-19 (coronavirus) early release of super scheme has been a lifesaver, with the money accessed from retirement savings helping provide additional support at a time of economic uncertainty. In total, 1.81 million Australians have...
Everyone wants to pay less on their mortgage and refinancing is one strategy that can help lower your interest rates, but is it worth it? We take a look at how you can get the most out of refinancing. Why refinance? Generally, people refinance to negotiate a better...
You have had well over a month to get settled into the new year – but the timing is still ideal to get on top of your budget, if you have not done so already, so you can smash your financial goals. Did you know that simply by checking in and reviewing your...
Happy New Year… or is it? Once the smoke of the Harbour Bridge fireworks has blown away, many of us are left feeling a little dusty, and not only from too much food and drink. For at the end of January, along with the tennis, comes credit-card bill shock –...
If you’re thinking of expanding your family, be sure to keep on top of things financially. Having a family usually comes not just with extra expenses but also a drop in income as one or both of you take time off work. Raising children and growing your family can be...
