Kickstart Your Health Journey in 2023

Feb 7, 2023 2:38:25 PM

Making healthy changes to lifestyle can feel challenging, even impossible, if you don’t know where to start, and many people quit before they even begin. But improving your health doesn’t have to be intimidating. By setting realistic health goals and making small changes to daily habits, it is possible to achieve a healthier lifestyle. Kickstart your wellness journey in the new year by following these 5 tips.


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Topics: Health Insurance, Financial Health, Health and Wellbeing

Get Your Affairs in Order

Jan 17, 2023 12:00:00 AM

It’s never too early to get your affairs in order. To discuss with your family your wishes for medical care, arrange a Will and Power of Attorney, and ensure your important documents are stored in a safe place. Being prepared for any eventuality – having to leave your home in a hurry in the event of a natural disaster or being unexpectedly hospitalised or worse – makes a stressful situation a little easier to manage. Here are our tips for getting your affairs in order.


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Topics: Financial Health, Financial Advice

Getting Home Loan Ready in 2023

Dec 8, 2022 4:24:11 PM

When it comes to buying property in Australia, prospective home buyers face a number of challenges. While some may be struggling to save a big enough deposit, others are restricted by affordability in the wake of rising interest rates and a higher cost of living. For most, economic uncertainty and tighter lending conditions have made it harder than ever to secure finance. Here are some tips on how to prepare your finances ahead of applying for a mortgage in 2023.


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Topics: Home Loan, Financial Health, Health and Wellbeing

Cost Saving Tips for Cars

Dec 8, 2022 4:19:56 PM

For many Australian households, a car is often the biggest expense after the home loan or rent. And with ongoing costs such as insurance, fuel and maintenance eating into to the weekly budget, finding ways to reduce car expenses and save money has become more important than ever. From regular maintenance and tyre checks to fuel discounts and sensible driving, these cost saving tips for cars could help you reduce your car expenses.


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Topics: Financial Health, Health and Wellbeing

Why a Digital Detox Could Be The Best Gift This Christmas

Dec 2, 2022 12:17:11 PM

It’s no secret that we spend a large part of our days looking at screens, and the resulting negative impact on health and wellbeing is well-known. At this time of year, while many of us are planning time off from work and the fast pace of life, it’s the ideal time to take a break from technology, disconnect from devices, and embrace a digital detox. Here are 3 reasons why a digital detox could be the best gift this Christmas.


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Topics: Financial Health, Health and Wellbeing

How to Reduce Your Holiday Season Spending

Dec 2, 2022 12:13:34 PM

Months of high inflation in Australia have forced many households across the country to spend more without actually getting more. This festive season, many families will be wondering how to cut back and avoid overspending. If your family is one of these, don’t despair, it is still possible to enjoy an unforgettable Christmas without the worry of massive credit card bills in January. Here’s how to do it.


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Topics: Savings, Financial Health, Christmas Debt

3 Ways To Protect Yourself From Online Fraud

Nov 22, 2022 1:22:39 PM

In the lead up to the festive season, Australians are being urged to stay cyber safe, following a year of unprecedented cyber activity and millions of dollars in loss. The last few months alone have seen two significant cyber-attacks, resulting in the largest compromise of personal information to date. If you’re wondering how to protect your personal data from cyber-criminals and avoid online fraud, here are 3 ways to stay cyber safe this festive season.


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Topics: Financial Health, Cyber-attack

Managing Tax Obligations

Nov 14, 2022 6:01:02 PM

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is actively pursuing the recovery of billions of dollars of outstanding tax liabilities. Having eased off on debt collection during the COVID-19 pandemic, the ATO has warned individuals and businesses with significant tax liabilities, who have not yet made contact, that it will be taking further action. If you’re struggling to meet your tax obligations, here’s more on where to go to get help with managing tax debt.


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Topics: Financial Health, Financial Advice, Tax Debt

How To Save On Everyday Expenses

Nov 14, 2022 5:55:03 PM

When it comes to saving money a good place to start is with your everyday expenses. With the high cost of living, there’s often not much leftover for saving. Making small changes to daily habits could help you save money and get you closer to your financial goals. Whether you’re saving for retirement or a first home deposit, saving money is easier when you have plan. Here are 5 ways to save on everyday expenses.


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Topics: Financial Health, saving tips, Health and Wellbeing

Downsizing for Older Australians Could Get Easier

Oct 20, 2022 8:31:21 PM

Government is proposing a raft of initiatives aimed at supporting pensioners into smaller homes to help free up more housing for younger home buyers. The “right-sizing” Bill, which is yet to be passed through Parliament, would make downsizing for older Australians a whole lot easier, giving pensioners more flexibility to find a suitable home, and potentially freeing up more housing for younger families. Find out more about how the Bill could benefit older Australians if it gets passed.


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Topics: Retirement, Financial Health, Buying and selling