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Five financial myths that should be April Fool’s Day jokes!
April 01, 2022 12:01 AM AEDT| By Toshiva JainHighlights It is April 1, and you want to be on the lookout for anything that could be an April Fool’s joke. A lack of financial education can make one believe in financial myths and making wise financial decisions is no joking matter. S.....

Importance of sports locker rooms in improving team chemistry
March 30, 2022 04:34 PM AEDT| By Mariana Santos (Guest)Team sports locker rooms have traditionally been seen by athletes as their home away from home. In recent years, providing a warm feeling for athletes has been boosted by the comfortability of team sports lockers. Athletes can use team spor...

How do hackers attack your computer and how can you avoid it?
March 29, 2022 04:40 PM AEDT| By Julie Spencer (Guest)Nowadays, the number of online hackers is on the rise, posing grave risk for users. Nevertheless, most of the internet users often neglect the rules of safe behaviour on the web, failing to realise the seriousness of potential consequences. Ordinary...

How do I start my self-managed super fund (SMSF)?
March 28, 2022 05:28 PM AEDT| By Toshiva JainHighlights Self-managed super fund (SMSF) is an excellent choice for people who have sound financial knowledge and time to manage funds and their allocations. The bottom line is that there is no minimum balance requirement for setting up an SMS.....

Can I use MySuper to buy a house & buy shares with SMSF?
March 27, 2022 11:00 AM AEDT| By Akanksha VashishtHighlights Superannuation funds are crucial for retired Australians looking for a steady source of income. MySuper is a superannuation product set as the default investment option if an employee does not update his investment preferences. Buyi.....

Five things to do when income doesn't match cost of living
March 27, 2022 12:14 AM AEDT| By AshishHighlights The rise in consumer prices without equal appreciation in wages can be troublesome. Budget plays a critical role in curbing unnecessary expenses. It helps to figure out what is needed and what can be easily done away with. .....

Five ETF portfolio strategies to sail through volatility
March 27, 2022 12:10 AM AEDT| By AayushHighlights Adding blue-chip ETFs to the portfolio never goes out of fashion in the investing world. Investors should keep some spare cash at hand during market correction to buy ETFs at a lower price. Investors must research well to find the h.....

How SMSFs differ from APRA-regulated super funds
March 26, 2022 08:06 PM AEDT| By Akanksha VashishtHighlights Aussies can choose from self-regulated super funds and professionally managed super funds. SMSFs are a good choice for those needing greater control over their fund money, while APRA-regulated funds provide a hassle-free experience. .....

Why tracking volume is a key factor in stock analysis
March 26, 2022 12:50 AM AEDT| By AayushHighlights Stock volume refers to the number of shares being traded over a given period of time and illustrates the forces of demand and supply in action. Volume is used to validate the price behaviour. Abnormally high volume in a stock tells .....

Planning retirement? Here’s how to tackle inflation risk
March 26, 2022 12:36 AM AEDT| By AshishHighlights A spike in inflation can pose serious challenges for retirees. Retirees require an income source which can easily adjust to a rise in consumer prices. Investment returns are critical for retirees since most retirees don’t add .....

Decoding SMSF versus Shares
March 25, 2022 04:33 PM AEDT| By Toshiva JainHighlights There are multiple benefits of investing money into SMSFs. However, people often wonder whether they should invest more money into SMSFs or shares. Buying shares has its pros and cons, likewise, is the case for SMSFs. An investor nee.....

What is SMSF? Here’s how to get started
March 25, 2022 02:05 PM AEDT| By Akanksha VashishtHighlights Self-managed super funds (SMSF) allow members to become a trustee in their own super funds. While members of an SMSF can get corporate trustees, the greater responsibility for the fund lies on the members themselves. SMSFs allow ind.....

Who is an SMSF investor or holder?
March 24, 2022 03:43 PM AEDT| By Toshiva JainHighlights Self-managed super funds (SMSF) are super funds that members manage on their own. Besides, members are trustees of the fund. Anybody aged 18 and above can become a member or a trustee of the SMSF. However, they should not be under an.....

Three technical indicators to help gauge market volatility
March 20, 2022 12:03 AM AEDT| By AayushHighlights Global supply chain disruptions and soaring inflation have increased market volatility in 2022. When the volatility is low, the band squeezes and it expands when volatility starts to increase. There are a few technical indicators th.....

US rate hike: How Australians can prepare if RBA follows suit
March 19, 2022 01:27 AM AEDT| By AshishHighlights Australians are now expecting a rate hike anytime soon after the US Fed raised rates on Wednesday. The US Fed announced a 0.25% hike in its benchmark short-term interest rate. Rate hikes lead to higher loan rates for many.....
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Fretting over increased market volatility? Here’s what you can do
March 13, 2022 12:33 AM AEDT| By AayushHighlights A-VIX, which represents the volatility of the benchmark ASX 200, had risen by a massive 88.67% to 20, as of 11 March 2022. Fundamentally strong stocks are more resilient during a market crash than their small-cap peers. Diversificat.....
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How to make most out of capital gain tax exemptions
March 13, 2022 12:09 AM AEDT| By Priya BhandariHighlights Capital Gains Tax (CGT) is a tax charged on the gain made while disposing of assets. Tax experts are urging Britons to make the most out of Capital Gain Tax allowance before the deadline of 5 April as CGT bills are set to rise. .....

What is super stapling? How does it help employees?
March 12, 2022 12:05 AM AEDT| By Daniel Paul JohnsHighlights A stapled super fund is a super account that follows you whenever you change jobs. This prevents you from having multiple super accounts following you throughout your career. New rules brought in last November mean that if you change.....

International Women’s Day: Here’s how to become financially smarter
March 09, 2022 04:59 AM AEDT| By Team Kalkine MediaToday, women have more decision-making power related to financial issues in most countries. They earn more, control wealth, and establish themselves in every field whether it's related to sports, politics, law, medicine, or business. In this articl.....

How to ace the passive income game: Five ways to try
March 06, 2022 01:49 PM AEDT| By AshishHighlights Passive income can help you with extra cash without actively getting involved in a business. It saves you from taking on extra responsibilities which come with active participation in a business. Such an income can be only achieved .....

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