Retirement is a milestone many of us look forward to. A time to relax, travel, pursue hobbies, and spend meaningful time with loved ones. But to truly enjoy this phase of life, good financial planning is essential. So how much do you really need to live a comfortable retirement? The answer depends on your lifestyle goals, anticipated expenses, expected income sources, and how early you start planning, especially with professional guidance.

Bad news for mortgage holders around the country: the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) raised the cash rate by 25 basis points to 3.85%. Today we’ll look at why it did so, and how this rate hike could impact your monthly mortgage repayments.

When establishing a trust, one of the most important decisions is choosing who will act as trustee. The trustee controls the trust’s assets and is legally responsible for ensuring the trust operates in accordance with its deed and relevant laws.

Cryptocurrency continues to attract investor interest, particularly during periods of strong performance and heightened media attention. While digital assets can offer diversification opportunities, they also come with unique risks that investors need to understand before allocating capital.

As businesses grow, financial management becomes more complex. While bookkeeping and compliance are essential, many business owners reach a point where they need deeper financial insight and strategic guidance — without the cost of a full-time Chief Financial Officer (CFO). That’s where a Virtual CFO (vCFO) can add real value. A vCFO provides high-level financial expertise on a flexible, cost-effective basis. If you’re unsure whether the time is right, here are five key signs your business may be ready.

What a way to start the new year! After a strong 12 months in the property market, plenty of homeowners around the nation are now a whole lot wealthier. And their newfound increase in home equity has opened up some exciting possibilities for 2026.