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 inflate the share price in the hope of making a quick profit. ASIC noted there had been a notable rise in reports to it by concerned investors. “ASIC is warning the public to be vigilant about widespread, coordinated

Why you should review your super Your super could be one of the biggest assets you’ll accumulate in your lifetime. However, many Australians think they don’t need to worry about their super until retirement. Some don’t think about it at all. It's never too early to think about your super and the earlier you get on top of it, the better. It's a good idea to regularly review and manage your super at least once a year. It's important to make sure you: are getting the super you'r

Most Australians are only vaguely aware – or completely unaware – of the fact that credit-reporting agencies monitor their financial transactions. While most Australians don’t give much thought to what’s on their credit report, the credit score that’s based on the contents of that report can have a significant impact on your financial choices. A modest score may mean you miss out on getting a mortgage or business loan. There’s no shame in relying heavily on your credit card o

We plan for holidays, home renovations, and retirement but we’re less likely to plan for the unexpected. Life insurance is one quiet but powerful way to protect the people you love from financial stress if something happens to you. Whether you’re raising a family, supporting a partner, or building a business, life insurance helps ensure that your legacy includes stability rather than uncertainty. It can be a powerful tool for your family’s financial resilience. Life insurance

The inheritance wave is building but most people are unprepared for the ride. Transfers of accumulated wealth from one generation to the...

Tim's book club #7 - one of the most timeless and impactful books you'll read when it comes to money mindset, habits and financial literacy.

I read quite a lot. Not as much as I'd like, mind you. I try to carry a book with me most of the time, because I find if I don't, I just...

We know they can be useful when researching health insurance or home loans, but do you really know how they work?

Financial literacy is a crucial part of your learning as an small business owner and a vital ingredient in your recipe for growth

A growing number of Australians are choosing to return to study as mature-age students. Perhaps caught in the hamster-wheel of mortgage...