Money and relationships – starting out right

Money and relationships – starting out right

Money issues can lead to relationship issues but working together on your finances and goals regularly may mean you and your partner are better aligned for the long-term…  CLICK TO READ FULL...
ASIC targeting high-pressure sales and inappropriate advice

ASIC targeting high-pressure sales and inappropriate advice

ASIC has highlighted that one of its main focus points in 2026 will again be high-pressure sales tactics and inappropriate financial advice. . Outgoing ASIC chair Joe Longo said highlighting the key issues for 2026 helps direct attention to where risks are most likely...
Missed SG exemption may not be problem

Missed SG exemption may not be problem

Failing to exempt an employer from SG contributions may not be critical for some superannuants if it does not alter their tax position. . Superannuants who do not meet a looming deadline to inform their employers they are exempt from superannuation guarantee (SG)...
Investment and economic outlook, January 2026

Investment and economic outlook, January 2026

The latest forecasts for investment returns and region-by-region economic outlook . Australia A modest easing path amid prolonged disinflation “Labour market tightness and subdued productivity growth will keep upward pressure on unit labour costs, prolonging the...
Australians not underspending their super

Australians not underspending their super

Drawdowns from super are now typically higher than the minimum amounts required, according to new research from the Super Members Council. . The research uses recent data on retiree super behaviour to dispel the persistent myth that most Australian retirees are...
ASIC warns investors on pump and dump scammers

ASIC warns investors on pump and dump scammers

How investors are being duped by unscrupulous operators . In late December the Australian Securities & Investments Commission issued a warning to investors on so-called ‘pump and dump’ operators – unscrupulous actors who start rumours about small cap securities to...
What does 2026 look like in the SMSF sector?

What does 2026 look like in the SMSF sector?

Continued growth in the sector fueled by younger trustees looking at alternative investments are on the cards according to our experts. . Peter Burgess, CEO, SMSF Association   The sector will continue to grow strongly, surpassing 700,000 funds by 31 December 2026.  ...
Three timeless investing lessons from Warren Buffett

Three timeless investing lessons from Warren Buffett

Warren Buffett is stepping back, but his investment wisdom endures . For decades, Warren Buffett’s letters have been a must-read for investors worldwide.   In his latest Thanksgiving message at age 95, Buffett announced he will no longer write Berkshire Hathaway’s...