NATALLIA SMITH

May 27, 2021

INVESTMENTS, INSURANCES

How much you need in an emergency fund

NATALLIA SMITH

May 27, 2021

INVESTMENTS, INSURANCES

An emergency fund is money you set aside to cover urgent or unexpected costs. This could be car repairs, unexpected travel or an urgent medical bill.

NATALLIA SMITH

May 27, 2021

SUPERANNUATION, WELLBEING, FINANCE

How do I get a tax refund?

NATALLIA SMITH

May 27, 2021

SUPERANNUATION, WELLBEING, FINANCE

Do you want to get more from your tax return this financial year, but you’re not sure where to start? It could be as simple as knowing which tax deductions and offsets you’re eligible for.

NATALLIA SMITH

May 27, 2021

FINANCE, FINANCIAL

Inflation Q&A – should we be worried about higher inflation?

NATALLIA SMITH

May 27, 2021

FINANCE, FINANCIAL

Inflation Q&A – should we be worried about higher inflation?

Inflation will likely rise further in the months ahead due to base effects, bottlenecks & reopening but it’s likely to fall back again from later this year as these drivers fade.

NATALLIA SMITH

May 27, 2021

BUSINESS OWNER, INVESTMENTS

Future Fund ramps up team to meet mandate

NATALLIA SMITH

May 27, 2021

BUSINESS OWNER, INVESTMENTS

Future Fund ramps up team to meet mandate

Australia’s Future Fund agency will nearly double its 70-strong investment team to meet the challenges of significant changes in global markets.

NATALLIA SMITH

May 21, 2021

WELLBEING, FINANCIAL, FINANCE

Discover the Value of Financial Advice

NATALLIA SMITH

May 21, 2021

WELLBEING, FINANCIAL, FINANCE

Financial advice is expensive. But it is also incredibly valuable. When we’re unwell, we see a doctor; when we have legal issues, we speak to a lawyer. Professional people provide education and guidance in many areas of life.

NATALLIA SMITH

May 20, 2021

INVESTMENTS, WELLBEING

Cryptocurrency, or the art of buying what you don't understand: Editor's Views

NATALLIA SMITH

May 20, 2021

INVESTMENTS, WELLBEING

Cryptocurrency, or the art of buying what you don't understand: Editor's Views

I did it. I bought some crypto. Not because I understand it, because I don't, or believe in the investment thesis (see previous statement), but just to know how it felt. Don't knock it until you try it. I liken it to trying the latest Instagram trend. At least now I can say that I tried it, and my interest has well and truly piqued.

NATALLIA SMITH

May 20, 2021

FINANCE, INVESTMENTS

Big-spending Federal Budget set to spur on the recovery

NATALLIA SMITH

May 20, 2021

FINANCE, INVESTMENTS

Big-spending Federal Budget set to spur on the recovery

The 2021 Federal Budget harks back to the immediate post GFC budgets in some ways, with the Treasurer resisting any temptation to start early on the task of budget repair and doubling down on stimulus.

NATALLIA SMITH

May 20, 2021

FINANCE, WELLBEING

Advice for couples at tax time: Tax tips

NATALLIA SMITH

May 20, 2021

FINANCE, WELLBEING

Advice for couples at tax time: Tax tips

Unsure how your relationship status affects your taxes? We’ve made it simple with our couple’s guide to tax. If you’re newly married, engaged or living with your partner, you might not be aware that there are some implications for your taxes.

NATALLIA SMITH

May 20, 2021

FINANCE, BUSINESS OWNER

Working from home during COVID-19: Tax tips

NATALLIA SMITH

May 20, 2021

FINANCE, BUSINESS OWNER

Working from home during COVID-19: Tax tips

We understand that due to COVID-19 your working arrangements may have changed. If you have been working from home, you may have expenses you can claim a deduction for at tax time.

NATALLIA SMITH

May 20, 2021

FINANCE, INVESTMENTS

Super pitch for green finance initiative

NATALLIA SMITH

May 20, 2021

FINANCE, INVESTMENTS

Super pitch for green finance initiative

Prince Charles has used a keynote address to make an impassioned plea for Australian super funds to back his green finance initiative.

NATALLIA SMITH

May 12, 2021

INVESTMENTS, FINANCE

How the 2021/22 Federal Budget affects single women over 50

NATALLIA SMITH

May 12, 2021

INVESTMENTS, FINANCE

How the 2021/22 Federal Budget affects single women over 50

Yesterday, our Federal Treasurer delivered his second ‘pandemic’ budget. Thankfully, the papers contain good news. With a strong focus on promoting economic growth and employment, there are a four key areas that may impact your current financial life and future retirement goals.

NATALLIA SMITH

May 12, 2021

BUSINESS OWNER

Business gives big budget spend thumbs up

NATALLIA SMITH

May 12, 2021

BUSINESS OWNER

Business gives big budget spend thumbs up

Businesses will be the engine room for Australia’s recovery from the coronavirus recession, with Josh Frydenberg declaring a sustainable recovery requires a strong private sector.

NATALLIA SMITH

May 11, 2021

FINANCE

Treasury confident about borrowing task

NATALLIA SMITH

May 11, 2021

FINANCE

The federal government plans to issue even more debt in the years ahead to pay for its budget deficits, but it won’t be short of buyers.

NATALLIA SMITH

May 11, 2021

FINANCE, HEALTH

Multi-billion dollar mental health boost

NATALLIA SMITH

May 11, 2021

FINANCE, HEALTH

Multi-billion dollar mental health boost

Australians in need of mental health support are set to benefit from a $2.3 billion package included in the federal budget. The new funding will be spent over the next four years, adding to major commitments already made during the Black Summer bushfires and COVID-19 pandemic.

NATALLIA SMITH

May 11, 2021

BUSINESS OWNER

Who are the budget winners and losers?

NATALLIA SMITH

May 11, 2021

BUSINESS OWNER

Small Business – Incentives to innovate and grow. Taxpayers – Extended relief for low and middle income earners. Elderly – More home care packages and a radical overhaul of aged care system

NATALLIA SMITH

May 11, 2021

FINANCIAL, BUSINESS OWNER

A summary of the 2021/22 federal budget

NATALLIA SMITH

May 11, 2021

FINANCIAL, BUSINESS OWNER

Budget deficit of $106.6 billion in 2021/22. Deficit narrows to $99.3 billion in 2022/23, $79.5 billion in 2023/24 and $57 billion in 2024/25. Commonwealth net debt to rise to $617.5 billion in 2021/22 before hitting $980.6 billion in 2024/25

NATALLIA SMITH

May 11, 2021

SUPERANNUATION

Super changes for low paid, older workers

NATALLIA SMITH

May 11, 2021

SUPERANNUATION

Super changes for low paid, older workers

Treasurer Josh Frydenberg’s third budget aims to assist low paid workers and older Australians save for their retirement, while offering an incentive for those looking to downsize their home when they reach 60.

NATALLIA SMITH

May 11, 2021

FINANCE

Treasury sees 4.25pct growth in 2021/22

NATALLIA SMITH

May 11, 2021

FINANCE

A short while ago, our federal political reporters emerged from the budget lock-up at Parliament House. For six hours they'd pored over hundreds of pages of budget papers and between them written several thousand words of new reports and analysis.

NATALLIA SMITH

May 11, 2021

FINANCE, WELLBEING, HEALTH

Record $17.7b to improve aged care system

NATALLIA SMITH

May 11, 2021

FINANCE, WELLBEING, HEALTH

Record $17.7b to improve aged care system

A record $17.7 billion will go toward improving Australia’s aged care system in response to a damning royal commission into the sector, which heard harrowing tales of abuse and neglect.

NATALLIA SMITH

May 11, 2021

BUSINESS OWNER

Jobs plan for cashless welfare card sites

NATALLIA SMITH

May 11, 2021

BUSINESS OWNER

Jobs plan for cashless welfare card sites

Some welfare recipients on the cashless debit card system will get extra support to find work through a federal budget measure.