For years it was thought that technology would make business travel obsolete, but as anyone who has had to suffer through a videoconference with a bad connection will probably agree, sometimes, face to face interaction can’t be replaced.

The number of Australians aged over 65 is expected to more than double in the next 40 years while the number of people aged over 85 is predicted to triple in that time.

A good estate plan will help make sure your wishes are carried out when you die. It can also help if you become unable to make your own decisions.

More than half of us set a new financial goal at the beginning of 2025, according to ASIC’s Moneysmart website. While most financial goals include saving money and paying down debts, the months leading up to 30 June provide an opportunity to review your super balance to look at ways to boost your retirement savings.

Periods of high volatility have forever been part of investing. But even seasoned investors might feel tempted to retreat to “safe” assets like cash during these times.

If money’s too tight to mention, here’s some small steps that can make a big difference in achieving your financial goals.

As we advance into the 21st century, the concept of aging is undergoing a transformation, largely thanks to a new generation of “oldies” who don’t feel old - and are reframing what it means to be getting on in years.

Protecting income from unexpected illness and injury is particularly important to anyone with a mortgage to service, small business owners and self-employed people with no sick leave available.

Analysts have many financial measures to value companies.

There is no debate that Australians love investing in property. The value of Australian residential real estate at the end of August 2024 was an estimated $10.95 trillion.

With the next Federal Election due to be called any day, the Treasurer named five priorities for his fourth budget: helping with the cost of living, strengthening Medicare, building more homes, investing in education, and making the economy stronger.

He called it a plan for “a new generation of prosperity in a new world of uncertainty” that would help “finish the fight against inflation”.

Be suspicious of anyone offering you easy money. Scammers are skilled at convincing you that the investment is real, the returns are high and the risks are low. There's always a catch.

Find services in your area that fit your needs or to learn more about the aged care journey.

Salary packaging is when you and your employer 'package' your salary into income and benefits. It's also known as salary sacrifice.

About 36% of homeowners still have a mortgage when they retire, up from 23% a decade ago.

Step one: what are your financial pain points? When you start making plans, chances are you’ll both come across financial pain points. In other words, the areas that need some attention and possible alterations.

As we kick off the new year, many of us are excited to embrace fresh beginnings, set new goals, and maybe even tackle those pesky resolutions. But if you’re feeling more drained than invigorated, you’re not alone.

As parents, the instinct to support our children never truly fades, even when they become adults but when you are looking at giving them a financial helping hand there is a bit to consider.

Take some of the guesswork out of planning for the future. Work out how much super you'll have when you retire, and if it will be enough to fund the lifestyle you want.

It's never too soon to start planning for a better financial future.