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Downsizing: a once-in-a-lifetime 90-day opportunity
The ‘downsizer contribution’ was introduced by the government as one of a number of measures aimed at improving housing affordability....
Amanda Varidel
May 4, 20189 min read
Royal Commission into Misconduct in Banking, Superannuation and Financial Services
I was very disappointed to hear of the revelations made by some of Australia’s largest financial institutions over recent times and...
Amanda Varidel
May 2, 20182 min read


More Super - Less Tax
The end of the financial year is fast approaching – and this year, there’s a new way to help you save on tax while boosting your super....
Amanda Varidel
Apr 30, 20184 min read


Divorce - Dealing with the Fallout
Family break-ups, separation and divorce are highly stressful, and people often grieve over the loss of their former relationship and...
Amanda Varidel
Apr 23, 20184 min read


Whether to buy now or sell first
So the time has come to upgrade your house. But should you buy first, or sell your existing place first? It’s a tough choice. We’ve made...
Amanda Varidel
Apr 19, 20183 min read


What to Expect When Meeting with Heart Financial Advisers
Meeting with a professional to discuss all your deepest darkest financial secrets and facing them head-on can be a little daunting. In...
Amanda Varidel
Apr 18, 20185 min read


Cash-strapped Aussies can't get no satisfaction
Money can't always buy happiness but a lack of it can be severely dissatisfying, new research has revealed. A national Colmar Brunton...
Amanda Varidel
Apr 12, 20182 min read


Investing in Property: Danger, Danger...Enter at own risk
Welcome to the Danger Zone. Are you a gambler, a risk-taker, enjoy life losing six-figure sums at the casino? Well, you could very well...
Amanda Varidel
Apr 11, 20184 min read


Rampant Stupidity: Greens Plans for Cheap Mortgages for Everyone
Speaking at the National Press Club in Canberra on Wednesday, Greens leader Richard Di Natale called for a government-owned ‘People’s...
Amanda Varidel
Apr 5, 20184 min read


Rates remain unchanged
The Reserve Bank of Australia decided to once again leave the official cash rate unchanged at 1.5% with the last rate move back in August...
Amanda Varidel
Apr 3, 20181 min read


For the love of coffee
Australia is a dinky di nation of coffee lovers, with our thriving cuppa joe culture supported by the 75 per cent of Australians who...
Amanda Varidel
Mar 28, 20181 min read


How To Get More Into Super
Despite all the negative comments that seem to perpetuate around superannuation, it is timely to remember that superannuation is the...
Amanda Varidel
Mar 26, 20188 min read


Loyalty to Your Bank is Costing Heaps
Your bank might give you the impression that you’re getting a good deal by sticking with them, but your loyalty could actually be costing...
Amanda Varidel
Mar 19, 20184 min read


Failure to Plan - Retirement Disaster In the Making
25% of Australians haven’t planned for a longer lifespan despite advances in life expectancy, according to a new research report titled:...
Amanda Varidel
Mar 15, 20183 min read


Labor Plan is Completely Stupid
Labor’s plan to scrap refundable imputation credits has captured the ire of one financial adviser, who says the policy would actually...
Amanda Varidel
Mar 14, 20183 min read


The Importance of Super Advice
The longest of all your investments, is your super and it deserves to be considered more deeply than other areas of your financial life....
Amanda Varidel
Mar 7, 20184 min read


Stay Healthy: Don't Ignore the Symptoms
Most of us live on the run, so it’s easy to let chronic health niggles slip under the radar. But experts say some symptoms should never...
Amanda Varidel
Mar 1, 20184 min read


Bad News: Health Insurance Soars
Health insurance premiums will rise by as much as 4% per year this year. Federal Health Minister Greg Hunt has given his approval for...
Amanda Varidel
Feb 26, 20184 min read


Choosing the property that is right for you!
1 - Know your budget Your first home is an important start on your property journey and it needs to suit two basic criteria – your budget...
Amanda Varidel
Feb 23, 20184 min read


Is Married the same as De Facto?
It sure is. Hopefully, the dust will have now settled over the acrimonious same sex marriage debate. How do the superannuation mechanisms...
Amanda Varidel
Feb 21, 20184 min read
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