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Careers pause, shift and evolve – especially for women. But even with nonlinear working paths, there are simple steps you can take to keep your super moving forward. Women’s working lives aren’t always linear. You might step in and out of work. Change hours. Put caring for others first. Or take a completely different path …
Super will soon need to be paid into your super account within seven business days of your regular pay, making it easier to check and grow your savings. Summary Almost half of all working Australians don’t check their super balance¹. But with Payday Super around the corner, and the ATO returning $1.1 billion in unpaid …
With cost of living pressures, everyone could do with some extra cash right now. One straightforward option is to stop cash leaving your account in the first place. In other words, check you’re not frittering away your hard earned money by paying more than needed on your bills. And by bills, I mean everything you spend regularly. …
Downsizing the family home is often part of the longer term financial plans for many older Australians. But did you know that you could consider investing the proceeds of the sale of your family home to your super, depending on your age and circumstances, as a downsizer contribution? What is a downsizer contribution? Since 1 …
What if you opted to give a present that could help shape the financial future for yourself or your loved ones? Before you make that transfer or sign over an asset, it’s important to consider the opportunities, risks and rules that come with financial gifts to ensure you avoid any unexpected surprises along the way. …
Over one quarter of a million Australians will start their retirement in 2026. Many more are looking ahead to the time when they can swap their 9 to 5 roles for the freedom of retirement. Getting the planning right will be critical for helping people to enjoy the retirement that they deserve. One of the …
One of life’s greatest challenges is the loss of a loved family member – particularly a long-term spouse or partner. Knowing where to start can be a big help at this difficult time. When a loved one passes away The loss of a loved one can see you juggling multiple balls at once. There is …
As Aussies settle into 2026, many are turning their attention to their finances. MLCs latest survey reveals that more than half of those surveyed (55%) are making financial stability a top priority in 2026. Money matters have taken the number one spot over traditional new year resolutions like eating better, exercising more and spending extra …
Prepare for any changes that may be occurring in 2026 and beyond. Looking ahead: What’s changing in 2026? At this time of year, many of us start thinking about what’s next – new goals, fresh opportunities and trying to understand what’s ahead. Over the next year, a number of changes to superannuation, tax and even …
If 2025 was the year that Australia’s property market roared back to life, 2026 looms as the year it taps the brakes. Price growth is expected to slow, there’s a risk of interest rate hikes and rising borrowing costs could fuel negative growth across some sectors. Still, government backed first home buyers, a return of …