The November CPI print showed that monthly trimmed mean inflation decelerated from 3.5% to 3.2%. While services and housing inflation continued the downward trend, electricity prices surprised to the upside after various subsidies came off.
Aged care financial planning is a highly specialised area that requires not only financial expertise but also an understanding of the
emotional challenges families face. In this episode of The Accountant That Builds, host Shannon Smit sits down with Aged Care Financial
Advice specialists to unpack the complexities of aged care funding.
If you own your own home, you’ve benefited from rising property prices – but only on paper.
This article provides you with a guide to broaching this sensitive subject gently and productively, so your loved ones feel heard and respected.
The age pension in Australia has recently seen an increase in payment rates, making it a more attractive option for retirees. And here’s the good news: you don’t need $1 million in the bank to live like a millionaire in retirement.
As Australia's highest marginal tax bracket impacts more individuals, a growing number of Australians face rising tax obligations due to "bracket creep," where wage growth outpaces tax rate adjustments. This trend is expected to persist, with tax-efficient strategies the backbone for financial advice to help individuals secure long-term wealth.
Over the coming years, we’re about to witness the largest wealth transfer in history as Baby Boomers pass their hard-earned fortunes to younger generations. With an estimated $84 trillion set to be transferred, mostly from savings, investments, and real estate, this shift holds both incredible opportunities and significant challenges for families.
Changes to aged care fees are coming, and they will impact both home care and residential care. After a long wait and lots of speculation, the government has released details of the proposed changes.
