Many people are surprised to learn that some of their largest assets may not be covered by their will. With recent changes affecting testamentary trusts and ongoing complexity around superannuation death benefits, now is a good time to review your arrangements. New rules announced in the 2026-27 Federal Budget, combined with the growing complexity of superannuation death benefits, mean that it’s worth reviewing your arrangements to make sure your wishes can be carried out. Te

Over recent decades, many Australian families have relied on getting money from the “Bank of Mum and Dad” to help with home purchases. But this latest research shows there are growing legal risks from that trend. Researchers spoke to 80 older parents and adult children. Most were from Sydney and had either given or received family money to help with buying a home. Typically, people in this study had provided or received an average of $75,000, though in one case it was $500,00

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

When it comes to fitness, weight lifting is often overshadowed by cardio and high-intensity workouts. However, incorporating resistance training into your routine can profoundly impact your overall health, going far beyond aesthetics. Let’s explore why weight lifting is essential for a strong body, balanced mind, and long-term well-being.

Home Care Packages (HCPs) play a vital role in reducing hospital entries by providing tailored care that promotes health, safety and independence. We’ve listed seven ways that HCPs cut hospital admissions out of the picture.

About 14% of Australians experienced personal fraud last year.

Post about planning and reviewing your life, to set you up for the year ahead.

It’s been a while since my last post about money books that I recommend. Things have been pretty busy for me as I’m currently finishing...

Over the coming years trillions of dollars of assets are likely to be shifted from the estates of deceased older Australians

Vanguard Australia is delighted to introduce the second edition of our How Australia Retires report, a study exploring Australians’ attitude