Setting the scene Marilyn is 67 and has had enough of work. She has worked hard and raised two children on her own and she’s ready for some “me time”. Her children are now adults and live at opposite ends of Australia to her. Marilyn has sold her (big) home and has moved north to … Read more
With the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) raising the cash rate back in May for the first time since November 2010 – and more rises forecast over the next year – many people are worried about their mortgage repayments. Even though we hear about the cash rate a lot in the news, there is often … Read more
You’ll have heard the old, almost grandmotherly adage that ‘every dollar counts’. But guess what – it’s true. Voluntary after tax super contributions (also called non-concessional contributions), refer to any payments you make to your super fund out of your take-home pay. Making after-tax super contributions is an easy way to boost your retirement savings … Read more
