Planning for volatility when you're retired
For retirees living on a fixed income, or those planning to retire in 2022, volatility in investment markets can be especially unnerving. But there are ways to plan for, and manage, volatility.
Is 2022 your year to retire?
You don't need a fortune to live well in retirement. But my best piece of advice is to plan early. Here are 5 tips to help you enjoy a smooth transition while making the most of your money.
2022: The Year of Living Sustainably
January is a time for new beginnings, and 2022 could be the year many Australians embrace a more sustainable lifestyle. It turns out that going green can benefit our hip pockets as well as the planet.
Make your 2022 resolutions stick
Australians love making New Year resolutions. The only problem is that we're not very good at sticking with them. Some simple steps can make a difference.
One in three Australians have no money worries
ANZ's 2021 Financial Wellbeing report shows one in three adults report having no financial worries. That's great news! And it's good to learn that a far larger group - almost one in two Australians, believe they're 'doing okay' financially.
Omicron shouldn't drive investment decisions
A new strain of the COVID virus has rattled investors but knee jerk reactions can be costly.
Is the low rate party over?
It's been over ten years since the Reserve Bank hiked interest rates, but could the days of wafer thin rates be drawing to a close?
Gen Z women at risk of falling behind
Financial outcomes for women have improved nearly two years into the COVID-19 pandemic but Generation Z women are most at risk of being left behind according to the latest Financy Women's Index (FWX).
Are pre-Christmas sales really such a bargain?
There's something about the word 'sale' that can send shoppers into a frenzy. And as the Black Friday sales approach, chasing a discount could leave some Australians financially worse off.
Investors don't have to rely on COP26
Media headlines have been dominated by the COP26 summit in Glasgow. But investors can take action on climate change now.
Super stapling kicks in
1 November sees the launch of a key initiative for superannuation - the introduction of 'super stapling'.1 November sees the launch of a key initiative for superannuation - the introduction of 'super stapling'.
What can you really expect to earn on investments?
For many years I've been encouraging Australians to build wealth using proven strategies like spending less than you earn and investing the difference in quality, mainstream assets. Not only do these strategies work, I reckon anyone can use them.
Why home buying budgets may need a rethink
Banking regulator APRA has told home loan lenders they need to impose tougher stress tests on borrowers, and it could reshape your buying plans.
One in three Australians move money out of savings
With interest rates at record lows, Australians are shifting cash out of savings accounts and into other investments.
Hawking, pump and dump - new rules, new warnings
Our investment regulator has been busy lately, issuing some stern warnings around money matters.
Scams peak during COVID-19
Scammers have ramped up their activity during the pandemic, with research showing more than 1.2 million Australians have been scammed in the past 12 months.
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