New year financial checklist
As we begin yet another year and ponder how fast the last 12 months have come and gone, many of us find ourselves thinking about the coming year and our aspirations for the future.
Let’s face it, we’ve worked hard throughout the year and now is the time to reflect on what we have achieved; where we want to go; and what we need to get there. These times of reflection are critical to our lives whether we run our own business, are employed or retired.
A financial checklist is an excellent tool to see how you are progressing towards your goals and to help identify any specific areas you might need to focus on in the immediate future.
How to deal with rising inflation
With the bare essentials becoming – well, expensive, it’s not surprising that many people are looking for new ways to save money or increase their income.
The good news is there are steps you can take—and actions to avoid—that can help you navigate this period of high inflation, for however long it lasts.
In this article we look at some of the ways you can offset inflation by continuing to invest, increasing your income or reducing expenses.
Beat the scammers at their own game
We’ve all seen media reports about ordinary Australians losing their entire savings after responding to a phone, email or mail offer that was impossible to resist. While some people may be naïve, scammers are also getting smarter.
Let’s look at what you should do if you receive a call or email and how to be proactive.