The national average for unleaded petrol struck its second highest level in history last week, with every state and territory now paying more than $2 per litre, but there are signs of better times ahe …
Having an insurance claim accepted for a client is one of the most satisfying parts of the job when you’re a financial advisor, particularly when it helps a grieving family. There are many ways financ …
Claiming deductions for personal super contributions
You can’t claim a deduction for superannuation contributions paid by your employer directly to your super fund from your before-tax income such as:the compulsory super guaranteeSalary sacrificing supe …
A spike in gas prices, liquid fuels and electricity have created a perfect storm within Australia’s energy market.Treasurer Jim Chalmers says the failure of the Liberal government to land an energy po …
Insurance through super – A financial safety net through your super
Most super funds offer life, total and permanent disability (TPD) and income protection insurance for their members.When reviewing your insurance, check if you’re covered through your super fund. Comp …
House prices nationally recorded their first decline since September 2020 in May, led by monthly losses in Sydney and Melbourne, the country’s two largest real estate markets.The CoreLogic home value …
Growth in Australia’s manufacturing sector in the early months of 2022 came to an abrupt halt in May, due to supply constraints, labour shortages, rising prices and wage growth.The Australian Industry …
Australia’s consumer watchdog is suing Mastercard over alleged anti-competitive conduct in deals with large retailers.The ACCC has instituted Federal Court proceedings, accusing Mastercard of substant …
Consumer advocates are urging the incoming Labor government to rein in the unregulated cryptocurrency industry as a reform priority.“Choice is hearing from many Australians about financial loss and ot …
A change of government has had little impact on confidence, with the mood of consumers remaining down in the dumps in an environment of rising interest rates, ballooning inflation and a steady climb i …
Australia is in for a period of banking sector turbulence as households deal with rising inflation and mortgage payments, the industry regulator says.“The next few years will be far from plain sailing …
House prices to fall as rate hikes bite: National Home Value Index for May
The first decline in national house prices in almost two years is a sign of things to come as rising interest rates take their toll, economists say. The CoreLogic home value index slipped by 0.1 per c …
