he Age Pension, a significant source of income for many Australian retirees, has seen a boost as of 20th March 2024. The maximum full Age Pension has increased by $19.60 per fortnight for a single person and $29.40 for a couple combined.
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has once again decided to keep the cash rate on hold at 4.35 per cent. This decision marks the third consecutive meeting where the central bank has maintained the status quo.
Australia has taken a significant step towards supporting new families and addressing gender inequality. The government’s paid parental leave scheme has been officially expanded to 26 weeks.
In recent times, a topic that has been at the forefront of our minds is spending. It’s a significant issue that impacts us all, and it’s high time we addressed it head-on.
Meet Retchie Camporedondo, our Client Service Associate, adept in aiding our financial advisers with data entry and document prep. With a background in IT and 8 years in BPO, Retchie enriches our team with expert service and digital skills.
The dream of a comfortable retirement is becoming increasingly elusive for many Australians, as the cost of living continues to rise. High insurance, electricity, and food costs have pushed the annual cost of a comfortable retirement above $72,000 for a couple.
Retirement and/or financial freedom is often envisioned as a utopia of freedom from the nine-to-five grind. However, the reality can be starkly different. The internet is rife with forums where retirees express their boredom, despite being financially secure.
Superannuation is a crucial aspect of financial planning, yet it’s often overlooked by many Australians.
In 2023 one in four properties in the country’s three largest states - New South Wales, Victoria, and Queensland - were purchased outright with cash, requiring no mortgage.
Introducing Mari Arnejo, your dedicated Client Service Associate at Vista Financial Group. With over five years of expertise in Service Asset and Configuration Management, Mari brings a fresh perspective to the financial industry.
Discover the art of planning with flexibility and navigating life's crossroads with resilience. Embrace each twist as an opportunity for growth and learn to flourish amidst uncertainty.
As the Australian summer beckons, many flock to seaside and countryside retreats, fueled by dreams of owning a holiday home.
In a stunning revelation, Bet365 CEO Denise Coates took home an astronomical pay package of over £260 million in the year leading up to March 2022, according to the company's latest accounts. This figure, while jaw-dropping, marks a significant drop from the record-breaking £471 million she received in 2020.
READ MOReEvery working environment has the potential to creatbut when you’re running a business, the pressure can be intense. It is not uncommon that with this added pressure, as a business owner, you experience more stress. We sat down with Rachel Clements,who explains how you can fix it when running a business.
Move over debit and credit cards; consumers are flocking to Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) services.Financial technology companies such as Afterpay, ZipPay and several others allow shoppers to take home their purchases now while paying them off through weekly, fortnightly or monthly payments.
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