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2017 assets test changes - what you need to know

Changes to the assets test have come into effect as of 1 January 2017 and could impact anyone who qualifies for the age pension. If you are currently 65 years of age or more, you must undergo an income test and an assets test in order to determine whether you are eligible to receive an age pension payment from the Federal Government.

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2017 assets test changes - what you need to know

How to cope with losing independence

If you or a loved one is experiencing a loss of independence, you may be able to maintain a sense of control.

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How to cope with losing independence

What financial records do I need to keep?

Ever feel like you're drowning in a sea of paper? Tame the paperwork today and reap the rewards tomorrow. Life can be complicated enough without all the administrative paperwork that often accompanies it. This is particularly true when it comes to your personal finances.

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What financial records do I need to keep?

Negative gearing - smart strategy or risky business?

Property is always a hot topic of conversation whether it’s on the news media or at backyard barbeques, everyone seems to be talking property prices.  Fuelling the conversation is the news that property prices in Melbourne and Sydney reached new peaks last September. 

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Negative gearing - smart strategy or risky business?

Your top five New Year’s financial resolutions

Overspent in 2016? Here’s how to put your finances back on track – and even get ahead.

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Your top five New Year’s financial resolutions

America at the crossroads? Challenges for the new President.

"In America, anyone can become President. That's the problem." George Carlin.

The political circus has ended, the campaign tent is now folded. Americans have elected Donald Trump as their new President. President Trump will lead an economy with deep problems and mixed prospects. The narrow victory for President Trump reveals a divided nation.

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America at the crossroads? Challenges for the new President.

Boost Your Super in 3 easy steps

Want to see your super grow faster? Here’s how you can — by choosing what happens to compulsory contributions from your employer. Make the super payments from your employer go further by choosing an investment strategy that suits your stage of life and retirement goals.

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Boost Your Super in 3 easy steps

Make my retirement funds last the distance

Retirement should be a time when we reap the rewards of our working life, and being able to enjoy your preferred lifestyle calls for some planning.

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Make my retirement funds last the distance