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Want to save yourself from super scams and dodgy financial advice? Ask these questions

Written by Angelique Nadia Sweetman McInnes, Academic in Financial Planning, CQUniversity Australia

Is there anything you can do to protect your superannuation from dodgy providers or questionable financial advice? And if someone rings you out of the blue and tempts you with a better return on your savings – what should you do?

Around 12,000 Australians with A$1.2 billion in retirement savings have been caught up in three collapsed or...

Treasury has a great cost-benefit calculator for big-spending projects – we just need to use it better
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Officially, the unemployment rate is 4.2%. But that doesn’t count all the hidden workers in Australia
Australia’s job market is facing a paradox. Employers across every major sector – from construction to healthcare…
An attempt to lower NZ electricity prices could end up doing the opposite – here’s why
In its quest to lower electricity prices for New Zealand households, the Electricity Authority may inadvertently make the sit…
The ancient Greeks and Romans grappled with housing crises, too
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After three days of talks, a fairer tax system is on the agenda. There’s no shortage of ideas
Day three of the government’s economic reform roundtable was about budget sustainability. It’s a slow burn issue…
What is a company financial statement? How can it help you spot good or bad investments?
Every February and August, business news sites are full of headlines about company reports and “earnings season”…

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana
A Privileged Insight into the Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana Situated in the traditional village of Pererenan near Canggu, Villa Sabana is peacefully secluded in a semi-rural setting where…

Things To Consider When Purchasing A Rental Property
Buying real estate to use as a rental property is a wonderful investment opportunity since it is almost always going to increase in value over time. It can also be…

How will coronavirus affect property prices?
It’s one of the most Googled questions since the coronavirus and COVID-19 outbreak: how will coronavirus affect house prices? The bottom line is it will be negative - prices will go…
Voluntary administration isn't a death sentence for Virgin Australia – or for competition
With its plea for a A$1.4 billion government loan rebuffed, Australia’s second major airline has entered voluntary administration. Virgin Australia’s chief executive, Paul Scurrah, said the decision to appoint external administrators…
What are the Key Effective Strategies for Digital Transformation?
Today’s business climate is incredibly connected - and even more competitive. Regardless of the industry, more companies are starting to build the right strategies that can help to improve their…

Quickli launches new SMSF product as free beta for limited time only

The leading technology provider for Australian mortgage brokers, Quickli, has answered the prayers of brokers yet again with the launch of a stand...

Portable Monitors for Coding and Programming Students

Today, coding and programming require more focus and efficiency. But, the most essential thing it demands is ample screen space. Students can stru...

Beyond the Banks: Why Agility and Tech Integration Are Defining the Future of Lending in Australia

In Australia’s evolving credit landscape, non-bank lenders are no longer merely filling gaps left by traditional institutions; they are actively r...

Carma appoints Owen Wilson as Chair of the Board

Carma’s next phase of growth to be guided by REA Group’s outgoing CEO who oversaw realestate.com.au rise to be Australia's #1 place for property ...

Digital Upgrade to Boost Efficiency Across Tasmanian Ports

TasPorts is undertaking a multimillion-dollar digital transformation that will improve efficiency, and enable smarter, more sustainable operations a...

Simplifying ecommerce integrations: How to streamline your setup without the stress

In today’s fast-moving retail world, having an ecommerce presence isn’t optional. Platforms like Shopify, WooCommerce, and Squarespace have lowered...