Money & Life

Is your super working for you?

Money & Life

Chances are your super savings could make a big difference to how you’ll be living in retirement. So it’s important to understand exactly what you’re looking at when it comes to comparing different funds and investment options.

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Your money goals and how to reach them

Money & Life.

It’s easy to have big ideas about your financial future, but harder to achieve them. As most dieters know, you can follow the best dieting program, but struggle to stick to it.

The key points are as follow :

  • Be realistic
  • Be clear
  • Prioritise
  • Get motivated
  • Set realistic timeframes
  • Create a budget
  • Introduce processes
  • Don’t be too austere
  • Be flexible
  • Review your progress
  • Get back on the horse
  • Get advice

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Salary sacrifice: A lot less painful than it sounds

Money & Life.

Maybe you’ve heard about salary sacrifice as a way to increase your retirement savings. But did you know it can be a very tax-effective way to make voluntary super contributions? Find out how you could boost your retirement savings and pay less tax all in one go.

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Better health, better business

Jayson Forrest, managing editor of Money & Life Magazine.

The attached note looks at seven planners's answer to the following question:

What have you seen and adapted from other sectors or businesses that is helping you improve the health and wellbeing of your staff and/or clients?

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Want to get ahead? Make health your top priority

Michelle Gibbings, founder of the consulting firm, Change Meridian.

The attached note looks at seven easy tips that will help you improve your mental and physical wellbeing.

The key points are as follow:

  • Release the pressure valve
  • Be kind to yourself
  • Get enough sleep
  • Build your routine
  • Slow your mind
  • Set daily intentions
  • Be grateful

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It’s OK not to be OK

Jayson Forrest, managing editor of Money & Life Magazine.

The attached note looks at  the power of conversations to change lives for the better.

The key points are as follow:

  • It is about connectivity and discussion
  • Breaking it down into processes
  • Dismantling traditional barriers
  • 4 steps that could change a life

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Living the good life in your 20s, 30s and 40s

James Trethewie, Financial Planner AFP®, and former Bachelorette contestant.

The following note looks at tips for managing your finances for a better life in your 20s, 30s and 40s.

The key points are as follow

  • 20s – good habits and strong foundations
  • 30s – big expenses, smart choices
  • 40s – stick to the plan and follow your own path

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Unlocking the psychology of money

Money & Life Team.

Acclaimed London-based psychologist, writer and broadcaster, Claudia Hammond, shares some compelling insights on the psychology of money and how we can all improve our spending habits.

The key points are as follows:

  • Save more tomorrow
  • Behaviour

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Five good reasons for seeking financial advice

Money & Life team.        

Financial advice isn’t just for people with wealth. Whether you’ve set your sights on owning a home or retiring early, advice from a financial planner can help you make it happen.

The five good reasons are as follows:

  • buying a home
  • starting a family
  • providing for your family
  • getting rid of debts
  • enjoying your retirement

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