Important Closing of the Financial Year Money Moves

Important Closing of the Financial Year Money Moves There are two times in a year when there is great scope of hope and upcoming expectations. One is the start of the year and the other is the end of the year. The start of the year is the beginning of a new chapter, while the end of the year is a time to look back at the end of a chapter and hope the one …

Budgeting Tips for Parents

Budgeting Tips for Parents Having a baby is one of the most beautiful feelings in the world and also a life changing event. The birth of a baby can change your life drastically and similar is the effect on your finances. With the birth of a baby the financial picture that you once painted need to be repainted and in such time it is more important than ever to have an accurate budget made and …

EOFY (End of Financial Year) Tips

EOFY (End of Financial Year) Tips Act before 30 June! There are strategies to help you pay less tax this year but you’ll need to get started before 30 June. Explore the tabs below to find out how to keep more of your money with our EOFY (End of Financial Year) Tips.   Keep more in your hand this financial year With the financial year-end fast approaching, now’s the time to think about how you …

Managing your debt

Managing your debt  Debt and Cashflow Management Debt is part of modern life. It can be used to help you reach your goals, but only when you are in control of it, not when it is in control of you. It’s easy to build up little bits of debt here and there that don’t appear to amount to much, but can quickly eat into your cash flow. Common questions to consider Some questions you may …

Family matters: Becoming a parent

Family matters: Becoming a parent You often hear new parents say that having a baby is an amazing, life changing experience. Nothing is ever the same again! At a time when every aspect of your life is changing, the last thing you want to think about is money. But while there may not be ways to reduce the financial commitments, there are things you can do to plan and manage them more effectively. Common questions …

Family matters: Educating the kids

Family matters: Educating the kids A good education is one of the best gifts you can give your child, but although it doesn’t have to, it can cost a lot of money. A little research and planning now could save you some financial worries in the long run. The earlier you start to save the better. Common questions to consider Some questions you may wish to consider include: How much will my children’s education cost? …

Family matters: Getting married

Family matters: Getting married Getting married is an exciting time in life but it can also be a time of significant financial change. Common questions to consider Some questions you may wish to consider include: How do we set a budget for our dream wedding? What are the joint financial decisions we should be thinking about now we are getting married? Do we need a Will when we are married? What types of insurance do …

Inheritance or unexpected windfall

  Inheritance or unexpected windfall What to do with some unexpected extra money? Although windfalls may be unexpected, if and when they happen, how do you make sure you make the most of them? And, when it comes to inheritance, how do you know if there are any special obligations or considerations that apply? Common questions to consider Some questions you may wish to consider include: What are my options? Do I have to pay …

Purchasing a property

Purchasing a property  Finding the right property and making all the arrangements to buy it can take time. It’s a big financial decision so it’s important to look at as many properties as possible and make the right choice. It’s also a good idea to speak with property experts such as real estate agents, bankers and mortgage brokers. Before buying a home you should: consider the financial costs involved find the right lender and home …

Business solutions

Business solutions Businesses don’t plan to fail; they fail to plan.   Becoming your own boss is an exciting journey, but it pays to plan ahead to make sure it’s a success. We can help you get there. Common questions to consider What do I need to think about when starting a new business? What is a small business financial plan? Where should I go to seek advice? Should I insure my business? What are …