Transitioning into a retirement home is a significant life decision that involves careful planning and consideration. As people age, their living needs change, and moving into a retirement home can offer numerous benefits. Here are the top 10 reasons to consider such a move: Safety and Security: Retirement homes provide secure environments with […]
Renovating your home to increase space and add value requires strategic planning, creativity, and a focus on key areas that potential buyers or valuers find appealing. Here are the top 10 tips to guide you through this process: Plan and Budget: Before embarking on any renovation, it’s crucial to have a clear plan […]
The cost of living continues to rise, and many are feeling the pinch. However, there are ways to navigate and adapt to this challenging financial landscape. If you’re looking for practical solutions and workarounds to help you tackle higher inflation head-on, then this article is a good starting point. 1. Leverage the labour […]
Australia is yet to declare victory against inflation and hotter-than-expected price data out of the world’s biggest economy and fresh volatility in oil markets are casting shadows over the outlook. AMP deputy chief economist Diana Mousina says the recent uptick in United States’ inflation data is concerning but Australia is experiencing different consumer price trends […]
It’s been a tough couple of years to be a renter. As competition for properties has intensified and rents have surged, policymakers have been searching for solutions. While not an answer to the immediate price crunch, the build-to-rent housing model has been billed as a way to help boost the supply of rental properties and […]
Australians have been warned the budget surplus could be tiny amid cost-of-living pressures and heightened global economic uncertainty with war in Europe and conflict in the Middle East. A month out from the federal budget, Treasurer Jim Chalmers has said a second surplus is “still our goal” despite a recent hit to revenue from falling […]
Estate planning is an essential yet often overlooked aspect of financial planning. For many Australians, it is seen as something to be dealt with later in life, if at all. However, estate planning should begin as early as possible to ensure a smooth and efficient transfer of assets to loved ones and to minimise […]
Navigating the complexities of personal finance is essential for anyone looking to secure their financial future, make sound investment choices, manage debt effectively, and plan for eventualities. This is particularly crucial in the context of female financial education, where the mantra “Money is power! Knowledge is power!” cannot be overstated. Women, traditionally underrepresented […]
Foreign buyers could be slugged with higher taxes for buying existing NSW homes as the government looks for ways to address the housing crisis. NSW Treasurer Daniel Mookhey said the state was grappling with a problem of overseas investors leaving properties vacant and not putting them out to rent. “We don’t have many levers we […]
Supermarkets could be slapped with millions in fines under a mandatory code of conduct in a move the prime minister believes will reduce prices at the checkout. An interim review of the voluntary Food and Grocery Code, which governs how supermarkets interact with suppliers, is calling for steep penalties for supermarkets that don’t comply. The […]
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