US TARIFFS AND THE MARKET REACTION
9 April
WHAT HAPPENED: On 2nd of April 2025, US President Donald Trump announced significant new tariffs, calling it "Liberation Day". A tariff is basically a tax placed on goods coming into a country from overseas. Trump's tariffs range from 10% up to...[Read More]
Aged Care: Where to begin and why professional advice matters
5 February
Thinking about aged care is something many families put off until they’re forced into making decisions quickly. A fall, a hospital stay, or a sudden change in health can turn “we’ll deal with it later” into an urgent and emotional process....[Read More]
Why so many people don’t worry bout life insurance… until it’s too late
5 February
Why Getting Advice Matters More Than You Think Life insurance is one of those topics most people know they should think about, but often push to the bottom of the to-do list. It’s not exciting, it doesn’t deliver instant gratification, and it...[Read More]
Top 10 legal issues facing Australian business owners in 2026
5 February
Running a business in 2026 presents numerous legal challenges as regulations evolve alongside technological advancements and global economic shifts. For business owners, navigating these complexities requires understanding key legal issues and...[Read More]
Self-Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF) checklist – key considerations and requirements
5 February
A Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF) offers individuals more control over their retirement savings, but it comes with significant responsibilities. This checklist outlines key considerations and requirements to help ensure compliance and effective...[Read More]
Borrowed time: rate hike unlikely to be one-and-done
5 February
Borrowers have borne the brunt of a resurgence in inflation, with the Reserve Bank lifting interest rates and leaving the door open for more. The RBA’s monetary policy board lifted the cash rate by 25 basis points to 3.85 per cent in a unanimous...[Read More]
Grim forecasts for Aussie inflation and unemployment
5 February
Australia is set for higher inflation, faster price growth and lower real income growth, the Reserve Bank has predicted in grim new forecasts. Released alongside the central bank’s decision to lift interest rates by 0.25 percentage points on...[Read More]
Discount loans to drive down the price of electric cars
5 February
Motorists will be offered another incentive to choose electric over petrol through a $60 million program to cut the cost of car loans. The Climate Energy Finance Corporation announced the scheme in partnership with Hyundai on Tuesday, revealing it...[Read More]
Supply shortage underpins shaky growth in home values
5 February
Growth in Australian home values re-accelerated in January, defying predictions 2026 would be a softer year for the property market and fears of an imminent Reserve Bank rate rise. The median dwelling price hit a fresh national record of $912,465,...[Read More]
‘Milestone deal’ for 100,000 first homes target
5 February
An $800 million Commonwealth-state deal for 17,000 new homes is a milestone in the promise to provide 100,000 dwellings for first-time buyers, the federal government says. The agreement will include almost 7000 homes for first-up owners in Adelaide...[Read More]
Push for Pacific workers to get Australian passports
4 February
Australia should consider a citizenship pathway for long-term Pacific workers propping up industries including the meat processing sector, a report suggests. Most Australians understand guest workers from our region come to Australia to pick fruit...[Read More]
7 Smart tax tips for busy professionals (and why a trusted accountant is your secret weapon)
29 January
For busy professionals, tax is rarely the top priority—until the deadline looms, the stress kicks in, and you’re scrambling through emails, receipts, and bank statements, wondering if you’ve missed something important. Between long work hours,...[Read More]
Copyright and Trademarks: 7 things every small business should think about
29 January
When you’re running a small business, legal considerations can feel like background noise—important, but easy to push aside while you focus on customers, cash flow, and growth. However, copyright and trademarks are not “big business only”...[Read More]
Nobody wants your stuff (and that’s okay)
29 January
Let’s just say it plainly, softly, and maybe with a nervous laugh: nobody wants your stuff. Not in the way you think they do, anyway. This isn’t a judgement. It’s a mercy. And once you really let it sink in, it’s oddly freeing. Because one...[Read More]
Building smarter: How to create an environmentally friendly home
29 January
Sustainability is no longer a niche consideration in property—it’s becoming a core part of how Australians design, build, and renovate their homes. With rising energy costs, increasing climate awareness, and greater buyer demand for efficient...[Read More]
Why Reviewing Your Life Insurance Matters More Than You Think
29 January
Life insurance is one of those things many people set up once and then forget about. It’s often arranged during a major life moment—buying a home, starting a family, or changing jobs—and then quietly left in the background. But life doesn’t...[Read More]