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Investing may be all about the numbers - growth, returns and risk - to build a secure future but increasingly investors are interested in an even more meaningful approach

It's the season for gifts, sharing meals and spreading cheer. But what if your festive generosity could do more? What if it could ripple through generations, perhaps shaping futures and maybe reduce your tax bill?

Recently, there was an alert about the ASIC Moneysmart website being impersonated. It's part of a growing - and increasingly sophisticated - trend of scammers targeting reputable, high traffic websites.

How much super should I have is a common question. But when it comes to how much super (or other savings) you'll need for retirement there's no single right number.

The festive season is a time to celebrate, relax and connect with loves ones, but it can also put extra pressure on the household budget.

Since the start of last year gold has made a succession of record highs. But what’s driving it? Is it a forewarning of more high inflation, or something more serious? Is gold something investors should have in their portfolios?

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We plan for holidays, home renovations, and retirement but we’re less likely to plan for the unexpected. Life insurance is one quiet but powerful way to protect the people you love from financial stress if something happens to you.

The best time to start planning for retirement is yesterday

Inflation has been heading in the right direction and the Reserve Bank of Australia has cut the cash rate three times in 2025. So, is now...

We all work hard to build a healthy super balance. So, it makes sense that you'd want to understand the ins and outs of how super beneficiaries work so you can make sure your super money ends up in the right hands if you die.

Aged care funding and services have seen major changes in the years since the 2021 report of the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety, and this year is no exception.

Investment markets are driven by more than just fundamentals. Investor psychology plays a huge role and helps explain why asset prices go through periodic booms and busts & why they can react in extreme ways to events.

The end of financial year on 30 June 2025 is fast approaching so here's a quick checklist to help you prepare.

Tax time might not be everyone's favourite season, but it is a great chance to tidy up your finances.

Did you know you can claim a tax deduction on certain super contributions when you do your tax return?

Key points Many measures were pre-announced, but key new measures include tax cuts from 2026-27 & more cost of living support. While the...

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has cut the cash rate, and it seems likely there will be more cuts to come in 2025. All  Big Four...

Key points - The key themes for 2024 were: better than feared growth; global divergence; more disinflation; falling interest rates but...

Advice can play a critical role in helping Aussies manage financial stress When it comes to financial advice, there’s a common...