A smart saving strategy is just one element of achieving financial security – you also need a deliberate plan to manage and make the most of what you have. Here, 10 money-savvy women share one tip that’s helped them get their finances into a … [Read more...]
Low interest: Australia's $1 trillion cash pool
The Reserve Bank's decision this month to cut the official interest rate to a record low 0.1 per cent was another wake-up call for Australians heavily reliant on income from savings, especially many retirees. A look at the latest domestic monthly … [Read more...]
Investing or gambling?
In the absence of retail, hospitality, cultural centres and sporting outlets, many of us have gravitated towards new activities to occupy our time during lockdown. For some, this has meant a foray into the world of sourdough and slow cooking, or a … [Read more...]
Life cover Financial protection for your loved ones when you die
A sudden death can place financial stress on those who depend on you. If this happens, life cover can help them pay the bills and other living expenses. What is life cover Life cover is also called 'term life insurance' or 'death cover'. It pays … [Read more...]