More than a will: The conversations that shape your family’s future — Part 1/3
1 October
Estate planning is often treated as something to deal with later in life. A task for retirement. A legal document to sign, file away and hopefully not think about again for many years.But good estate planning is far more meaningful than that.It is...[Read More]
Top 7 BAS mistakes business owners make — and how to avoid them
1 October
For many business owners, Business Activity Statements can feel like just another administrative task competing for attention.But BAS mistakes can create unnecessary stress, disrupt cash flow and make it harder to understand the true financial...[Read More]
Protect your peace — The power of positive people
1 October
We often think about wellbeing in terms of what we eat, how much we exercise and whether we are getting enough sleep.But there is another part of wellbeing that can be just as important.The people around us.The conversations we have, the energy we...[Read More]
The family adventure you’ve never heard of: Four weeks in São Tomé & Príncipe
1 October
Forget Bali, Fiji and the Maldives. If your family has reached the stage where the kids are adults and everyone is craving something a little more adventurous, it might be time to look somewhere most Australians have barely heard of.Welcome to São...[Read More]
Four strategies to safeguard your financial future
1 October
Financial stability doesn’t usually come by chance; it requires preparation and strategy. Most of us depend on a steady paycheck, but few consider what would happen if it disappeared suddenly. Protecting yourself against financial disaster...[Read More]
Advice to give your kids when starting a new job
1 October
Getting your first job is an exciting and stressful time. Kids don’t always know what to do or how to act. Giving them some advice can help them get off to a good start. Explain that they’ve already gotten through the hard part. They...[Read More]
Aussies forgoing lifestyle for homes in record numbers
30 September
Australians are willing to cut back their spending in record numbers to afford a property, affirming the ongoing value of home ownership, new data shows.More than 75 per cent of residents were willing to cut their spending back to afford a home, a...[Read More]
Investing with confidence: Understanding the fundamentals and the value of advice
24 September
Investing can be one of the most effective ways to build long-term wealth, create financial security and work towards important life goals. But successful investing is rarely about chasing the next big opportunity or trying to predict what markets...[Read More]
BAS matters: Why being organised and on time is good for business
24 September
Running a business comes with plenty of competing priorities. Customers, staff, suppliers, cash flow and growth can quickly take centre stage, while administration gets pushed further down the list.But one obligation that deserves consistent...[Read More]
Turning retirement dreams into a plan; The life we’ve been working towards – Part 1
24 September
For years, retirement can feel like something waiting somewhere in the distance. There are careers to build, mortgages to pay, children to raise and countless everyday commitments competing for attention. Then, almost unexpectedly, the conversation...[Read More]
Life after business: What do you want your exit to look like?
24 September
For many business owners, the business becomes far more than a source of income.It becomes part of your identity.It may have shaped your daily routine for 10, 20 or even 40 years. It may have supported your family, employed people in your community,...[Read More]
Aged care planning: 5 things you may not have considered
24 September
Aged care is something many families do not think about until circumstances force them to. A fall, a hospital stay, declining mobility or memory concerns can suddenly turn what seemed like a future issue into an immediate decision.Planning earlier...[Read More]
Before retirement begins: Take the trip you’ll talk about for years — four weeks in the Azores
24 September
There comes a point when travel starts to mean something different.For a couple approaching retirement, the idea of rushing through ten cities in fourteen days can lose some of its appeal. Instead, you may find yourself wanting more time, more...[Read More]
You are what you eat — and who you share it with
24 September
We have all heard the saying, you are what you eat.It is usually used as a reminder to choose fresh food, eat more vegetables, drink more water and make healthier decisions.And while nutrition is undeniably important, perhaps there is another side...[Read More]
8 traits good parents have in common
24 September
People know the importance of good parenting, but what makes model parents? What do they do for their children that shows they are good parents?Here, we unlock the mystery of good parenting with a list of 8 things good parents do for their...[Read More]