Hundreds of thousands of Australians will be better off in retirement when the superannuation income threshold payment is dropped on July 1.The axing of the $450 threshold means employees aged 18 and …
Consumers took the first interest rate rise in more than a decade in their stride with spending reaching a record high in May, but economists expect further hikes and high inflation will eventually ta …
Home Maintenance Tips for Every SeasonA lot of property owners take a very casual approach to the upkeep and repair of their house or building. They usually wait for something to break, clog, overflow …
Just under a third of Australia’s 9.8 million homes are owned outright, while more than a third are owned with a mortgage, the 2021 census has found.The data also showed that while most people live in …
Australians appear to be adjusting to a world of rising inflation and interest rates, aided by recent state budget initiatives.The ANZ-Roy Morgan consumer confidence index jumped 3.7 per cent in the p …
Export restrictions in about 24 countries globally are pushing up prices and increasing food insecurity, according to the Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics and Sciences.The late …
Review your investments regularly to make sure you’re on track to reach your financial goals and you’re comfortable with the investment risks.Find out how to review your investments’ performance and w …
The national average for unleaded petrol struck its second highest level in history last week, with every state and territory now paying more than $2 per litre, but there are signs of better times ahe …
Having an insurance claim accepted for a client is one of the most satisfying parts of the job when you’re a financial advisor, particularly when it helps a grieving family. There are many ways financ …
Claiming deductions for personal super contributions
You can’t claim a deduction for superannuation contributions paid by your employer directly to your super fund from your before-tax income such as:the compulsory super guaranteeSalary sacrificing supe …
A spike in gas prices, liquid fuels and electricity have created a perfect storm within Australia’s energy market.Treasurer Jim Chalmers says the failure of the Liberal government to land an energy po …
Insurance through super – A financial safety net through your super
Most super funds offer life, total and permanent disability (TPD) and income protection insurance for their members.When reviewing your insurance, check if you’re covered through your super fund. Comp …
