Global Global markets whipsawed following the “Liberation Day” tariff announcements on April 2, and subsequent developments throughout the month. Volatility was rife and trading volumes were robust. The Volatility Index (VIX) spiked to a 5-year high of 57.8 on April … Read more

One of a property lender’s most important jobs is to make sure a borrower can manage the typical home loan term of 30 years. This becomes even more critical from the age of 50 because that 30-year term can see … Read more

Turning 30 is often accompanied by a degree of increased financial responsibility. It’s an important milestone that generally means you have a little more financial experience under your belt. If you’re lucky, you’ve earnt your money a few different ways … Read more

Private credit is increasingly popular with investors but do you really understand what you’re buying? A boom in private credit demand as investors chase higher yields and portfolio diversification is raising concerns around how asset managers are handling valuations, fees … Read more

Scammers are constantly looking for new ways to part you from your hard earned cash. That’s why it’s so important to stay a few steps ahead when it comes to protecting your money. Losing money to fraud can have a … Read more

Imagine finding thousands in super that you’ve lost track of. Here’s how you can check if you have any lost or unclaimed super. There are over seven million lost and Australian Taxation Office (ATO) super accounts with a total value … Read more

Generally, you can, but there may be other things to consider. When you access your super at retirement, depending on your age and personal circumstances, your super fund may ask you to sign a declaration stating you intend to never … Read more

Healthcare fell out of favour with investors following the pandemic, but a brighter earnings outlook and strong, long-term tailwinds have renewed interest. BlackRock explain why adding exposure to healthcare may be beneficial this year, despite the impacts of potential US … Read more

Super is only for when you retire, right? Well not quite. There are a few times in life when you might have a valid reason to get hold of some of your super savings. When is it time to access … Read more

We all know the story: women earn less than men. But even as society and employers work towards closing the gender pay gap, there’s another inequality that women face that’s just as crucial to building their wealth: the investment gap. … Read more