Navigating market volatility: smart tips for long-term investors
22 May
Ever considered that share market volatility could actually be a good thing? It might not feel that way when headlines scream about falling prices or when you see your portfolio dip. But volatility is a normalāand often necessaryāpart of...[Read More]
Stronger for longer: why resistance training matters after 65
22 May
As we age, itās natural for our bodies to changeābut losing strength and mobility doesnāt have to be one of those changes. In fact, people over 65 can greatly benefit from resistance training, often referred to as strength or weight...[Read More]
Resistance training on a budget? Tips to build a home gym
22 May
While most people are aware of the importance of regular aerobic exercise, the significance of resistance training (aka weight or strength training) is often overlooked. Itās recommended that adults engage in at least two 20- to 30-minute...[Read More]
The importance of keeping a vehicle mileage logbook plus tips for record-keeping
22 May
Maintaining a vehicle mileage logbook is an essential practice for anyone who uses their vehicle for business purposes.Ā Not only does it help with accurate record-keeping, but it also ensures compliance with tax regulations, provides evidence for...[Read More]
Rising business insurance costs: understanding the factors driving these increases
22 May
As a business owner, managing rising costs is a pressing challenge, and increasing business insurance premiums may be part of the equation.Ā Understanding the factors driving these increases and seeking advice from your insurance adviser can help...[Read More]
It is important to distinguish between being financially secure and feeling financially secure
22 May
Financial security is a universal goal that transcends income brackets and age groups. It is not solely determined by the amount of money one possesses or earns, but rather by the feeling of reassurance and peace of mind that comes with knowing your...[Read More]
Protect your small business: strategies for protecting yourself against scams
22 May
Scammers are constantly refining their tactics to target small businesses, making it essential to stay informed and vigilant.Ā The federal governmentās Scamwatch website is an excellent resource for understanding current scams and reporting new...[Read More]
Full extent of Trumpās tariff slap on economy revealed
22 May
Australiaās economy will take an $8 billion dollar hit in 2025 as a result of Donald Trumpās tariffs, the Reserve Bank estimates in updated economic forecasts. Inflation is also expected to come in lower than it otherwise would have, the RBAās...[Read More]
āSustainableā: push to keep low-paid from falling back
22 May
Treasurer Jim Chalmers wants to ensure Australiaās lowest paid workers donāt go backwards, but stresses a real wage rise must not harm the economy. In its formal submission to the Fair Work Commissionās annual review of minimum and award...[Read More]
How to claim income tax deductions for work-related expenses and other expenses, and record your deductions.
22 May
Instant tax deduction On 13Ā April, the government announced a $1,000 instant tax deduction, so that taxpayers wonāt need receipts to claim a deduction of less than $1,000 for work-related expenses in their tax return. This change is subject to...[Read More]
Find out if your business is eligible for the $20,000 instant asset write-off for the 2024ā25 income year.
22 May
Have you purchased or are you purchasing a business asset this financial year? The instant asset write-off limit is $20,000 for the 2024-25 income year. If your business has an aggregated annual turnover of less than $10 million and uses...[Read More]
Trumpās tariff ārollercoasterā raises recession risk
22 May
Australians are being assured the nation is well-placed to avoid a recession as the Reserve Bank expresses alarm over Donald Trumpās trade war ārollercoasterā. Forecasts released by the Reserve Bank of Australia have painted a bleak picture of...[Read More]
Eviction rules and pet rights change in rental shake-up
22 May
Landlords will no longer be able to evict tenants without good cause, marking the end of no-grounds evictions, a reform designed to provide security for millions of renters. The reform came into effect on Monday, alongside two other key changes...[Read More]
US authorities to set targets to lower medicine prices
22 May
The US Department of Health and Human Services says its is setting most-favoured-nation prescription drug pricing targets following an executive order from President Donald Trump last week aimed at lowering the prices of branded medicines for US...[Read More]
WHO members vote in favour of global pandemic agreement
22 May
Members of the World Health Organization have voted emphatically in favour of a potentially groundbreaking global treaty on improving pandemic preparedness. One hundred twenty-four countries in favour on Monday, after Slovakia called for a vote on...[Read More]