Surviving the silly season
Ah, Christmas! – the time of year when your bank account shrinks, your social calendar explodes, and your family dynamics resemble a poorly scripted soap opera. As we navigate this…
Recharging for Success
As a small business owner, you may find it difficult to justify taking time off. After all, your business demands your attention, and you worry what will happen if you…
Is a retirement village right for you?
The retirement living sector is growing rapidly in Australia as the population ages and demand increases for a spot in a retirement village. For many people, the idea of having…
The Age Pension and your retirement plans
Most people intend to retire between ages 65 and 66, according to the latest data and, surprisingly, despite growing superannuation balances, the Age Pension is the main source of income…
Will I Pay More for Aged Care?
Changes to aged care fees are coming, and they will impact both home care and residential care. After a long wait and lots of speculation, the government has released details…
How do retirement income options compare?
Retirement is filled with opportunities and choices. There’s the time to travel more, work on long-delayed personal projects or volunteer your help to worthwhile causes. You also have a host…
Worried about aging parents?
Life can be busy and complex for the ‘sandwich generation’ who find themselves stuck between caring for grandchildren and aging parents. Most people are unprepared for aged care because, let’s…
Rentvesting: Balancing Lifestyle and Property Investment for Financial Success
Are you interested in advancing in the real estate market but find it challenging to buy a property in your desired location due to affordability? Rentvesting could be the solution…
To sell or not to sell is the question for moving into aged care
Moving into residential aged care can trigger a range of emotions, particularly if it involves the sale of the family home. What is often a major financial asset, is also…
Ready, Set, Goals – Is it time for a mid-year check-in?
Making time throughout the year to review and reassess the goals you set at the beginning of the year is just as important as setting the goals themselves. Now is…