One of the keys drivers of happiness in retirement is the peace of mind that comes from financial security. However, US tariff announcements since the start of April have added uncertainty to financial markets, adding an extra layer of complexity for many retirees.

Wills aren’t just for later in life and you should really have one when you start earning. And as money and family matters can be complex, it makes sense to get help.

It’s not unusual to be worried about running out of money when you stop working.

We're all familiar with the concept of super. It's that portion of our salary that employers are required to contribute to a super fund on our behalf, with the goal of providing us with financial security in retirement.

If your partner is earning a low income, working part-time, or currently unemployed, boosting their super could be a smart financial move for both of you.

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is when you use two or more different types of actions to verify your identity and you may already be using MFA. For example, when you receive an authentication code by SMS text message after entering your password to log into an online account. MFA is one of the best ways to protect against someone breaking into your account. It makes it harder for cybercriminals to take over your account, by adding extra layers of protection.

Financial markets have been erratic lately, understandably causing some concern for those of us with super and investments. While dips and major market events are a common feature of investing, markets generally trend upwards over time.

During the Federal Election campaign, the Government made a number of election promises, which may impact your finances. There were also a number of support measures proposed in the recent Federal Budget. What could this mean for you?

One of the main reasons an individual would use an SMSF is for estate planning as it can offer greater flexibility to beneficiaries than what is available via a public offer fund. Where a member dies without a binding nomination, the distribution of the death benefits is at the discretion of the remaining trustees.

Global markets whipsawed following the “Liberation Day” tariff announcements on April 2, and subsequent developments throughout the month. Volatility was rife and trading volumes were robust.

One of a property lender’s most important jobs is to make sure a borrower can manage the typical home loan term of 30 years. This becomes even more critical from the age of 50 because that 30-year term can see a borrower well into retirement.