Five things to put in place before you retire

Take these steps to set yourself up for a confident transition to retirement For many Australians, the final couple of years before retirement can feel both exciting and unsettling at the same time. Work may be winding down, but the reality of living without a regular pay packet is getting closer. This is the stage … Read more

Choosing home insurance

Home insurance protects one of your most important assets. What is home insurance Home insurance covers the cost of repairing or replacing your house when something goes wrong. It usually also covers other structures on your property, like a garage or inground pool. It doesn’t cover your household items and personal belongings though – they’re … Read more

Australian vs international shares – finding the right balance

Balancing Australian and global shares means weighing growth, income & currency risk Getting investment exposure to global companies through share markets makes sense, but weighing up risks such as currency fluctuations is important. Many Australians have a justified love affair with the domestic share market. The Australian share market has delivered solid long‑term returns for … Read more