COVID-19 has completely, and mercilessly, dictated the direction of economies and financial markets through most of this year. So, as we rapidly approach the end of an extremely unpredictable and volatile year, what's in store for 2021?
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Within a couple of months of your planned retirement date, the company who employs you decides to make you redundant and hand you a redundancy payout. The extra $40,000 to maybe $50,000 would certainly be a bonus, like a small lotto win. An ideal situation...
A new resource is now available that shows the rates per country of COVID-19 vaccinations. We all suffered in many ways as COVID number increased, now, as expected, let's watch them start to drop.
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As Australians everywhere take a close look at their financial circumstances, mortgage brokers stand ready to lend a helping hand. Whether experiencing financial hardship through job loss, a reduction in work hours, or business disruption, an increasing number of Australians may be struggling to balance their...
The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated younger Australians’ desire to own their own home, despite affordability remaining a significant concern, new research has revealed. Survey data released has shown that COVID-19 has been a wake-up call for young people to pay attention to their finances, with a...
Australians are relying on personal credit to get through the COVID-19 pandemic according to survey results released by a financial institution. Severe and moderate levels of financial stress are impacting 1.8 million Australian workers, with nearly half feeling financially stressed for an average of six and...
Mixed-use properties offer a way to invest in both the residential and commercial property markets. While commercial loans often have higher interest rates than a home loan, the current low-rate environment and high rates of return could mean now’s your time to consider the pros...
To keep you and your family safe and healthy, it is important to remember that there are certain areas and items that are crucial to disinfect. This is even more important lately! Covid-19 has made us realise the importance of disinfecting properly, using chemicals to kill germs...
The global economy is expected to recover in 2021 following the weakest year since World War II, with fiscal and monetary policy continuing to support world economies, a big four bank has forecasted. The Commonwealth Bank of Australia’s (CBA) chief economist Stephen Halmarick has outlined his...
I am often asked what the Commonwealth Seniors Health Care Card (CSHC) is, what the benefits are for a card holder, and how to apply? The CSHC entitles you to access medications listed under the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme at a cheaper rate. bulk-billed doctor visits (if offered...
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Co-authoring the popular investment book, Property vs Shares.