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10 years of AMP financial advisers supporting cancer patients and their families

AMP is marking 10 years of its advisers helping cancer patients and their families with pro bono financial advice through the AMP Foundation’s partnership with the Cancer Council. Since 2010, advisers in the AMP network have supported more than 6,500 people affected by cancer – patients and their families – to address their financial challenges through Cancer Council’s Pro Bono Program. During this time, the AMP Foundation has contributed more than $1 million towards the …

Putting your own needs first | Money & Life

Putting your own needs first It’s a confronting thought, but elder abuse is more common in families than in aged care facilities. The most likely form is financial, and it often results from well-intentioned plans that go wrong. Here are some ideas on how to help your family avoid the pitfalls. It’s a win-win idea. A parent sells their home to move in with their adult child’s family, providing cash for the deposit or renovations …

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Are young families the most vulnerable as house prices head lower?

Are young families the most vulnerable as house prices head lower? The long-term rise in Australian home prices has led to a huge inter-generational transfer of wealth from the young to the old. A material reversal in property values will go some way to unwinding this, creating winners and losers amongst the generations. Australia has long had a love affair with home ownership, which is illustrated by the strong growth in residential prices over the …

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Pressed for time?

Pressed for time? When it comes to achieving work-life balance, many Australian families aim to strike the balance between time and money. If you dream of living your ideal life and achieving that elusive balance between spending time at work and being with your family, you’re not alone. These days, finding time to do it all can be challenging. In fact, around 40% of women and 30% of men report feeling often or always rushed …