Investing in shares can be an effective way to build long-term wealth, but it also brings tax obligations that every investor should understand.Whether you own a handful of shares or a diversified inv …

Most people insure their home, car and business assets, yet their ability to earn an income and support those who depend on them may be their most valuable financial asset. Personal insurance can redu …

Starting a business involves much more than choosing a name, creating a logo and finding customers. The legal decisions made in the early stages can affect personal liability, tax arrangements, owners …

As life changes, your home may no longer suit your needs as well as it once did. Perhaps your family is growing, you need a home office, the kitchen feels outdated, or you simply want more space and c …

Due to the wide variety of general insurance policies, you can find a policy for each of your needs. However, the wide variety can also confuse, especially if you are a newbie in insurance matters.Luc …

Labor has backed superannuation payments for Australia’s youngest workers, regardless of the number of hours they work.The party says it will “ensure that all workers, including those under 18 and reg …

Systemic shoddy record-keeping at big banks is risking the savings of Australians trying to benefit from a safe investment strategy.The financial regulator issued the warning around mortgage offset ac …

Allowing three-storey townhouses to be built on most residential land is one of the key recommendations of a major report outlining what Australia needs to do to fix its housing crisis.Governments hav …

Australia’s fuel security could soon be bolstered by a new refinery, but questions have been raised about the business case for the facility.Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced plans to look int …

The third quarter of the calendar year—July to September—is an important period for Australian small businesses. The rush of 30 June may be over, but the new financial year brings fresh reporting obli …

The new financial year is a natural checkpoint. You’re likely doing your tax return, or about to, which means income protection insurance deductions are front of mind in a way they aren’t for the rest …

Financial security is often associated with being wealthy, owning valuable assets or having a large retirement balance. While money and assets can provide important protection, genuine financial secur …