Could a tree change work for you?
City living is not called the rat-race for nothing. While many thrive in the big smoke, just as many are opting out, choosing to raise their families in the country instead. – Could a tree-change work for you?
Scams and how to avoid them
Australia has seen an uptick in scams over the past two years, on text and voicemail. This article outlines a how to protect yourself from these kinds of scams. – Scams and how to avoid them.
Where’s your ‘In Case of Emergency’ file?
This article covers the importance of having an ‘In Case of Emergency’ file for estate planning purposes. By using a case study, we explain why you should have an In Case of Emergency file, what important documents the file should contain, and why it is important that the right people know of the files existence and location. – Where’s your ‘In Case of Emergency’ file?
Three steps to your kids’ financial success
We all want to give our children a head start in life. This three-step article will help you to instil sound financial habits in your children by setting the foundations of good money management and savings now. – Three steps to your kid’s financial success.
The cost of owning a pet
Pet ownership is common in Australia but few people really know how much a pet can eat into the household budget – and we’re not talking about its food. This article lays out the various costs to be considered before making a commitment to a pet. – The cost of owning a pet.
Budget 2020-21: Road to Recovery?
The 2020-21 Federal Budget is a road to recovery paved with cash.
Key initiatives include:
• Personal income tax cuts from 1 July 2020
• A $4 billion ‘JobMaker’ Hiring Credit to encourage businesses to take on additional employees aged 16 to 35 years old
• $110 billion in infrastructure investment over 10 years
• Immediate deductions for business investment in capital assets
• Changes to how companies can manage losses
• Access to generous tax concessions for a wider range of businesses