Skeggs Goldstien

08/05/2026

7 simple steps to get on the investment ladder

Entering the world of investing can be a life-changer for people of all ages. Here are seven simple steps for beginners to start their wealth journey. 1. Do a financial stocktake Before taking the leap into investing, evaluate your financial position. Assess your income, savings, living expenses and...

07/05/2026

How does your super balance compare to other people your age?

If you have ever checked your super balance and wondered whether you are “behind” for your age, you aren’t alone. To see where you truly sit, you should ignore “averages”, which can be skewed by a small number of very large balances. Instead, we look at the median, which is the middle valu...

06/05/2026

Is Australia at risk of a recession? Here’s what the data actually shows

Talk of a recession in Australia has picked up in recent weeks. Rising fuel prices, a sharp fall in consumer confidence, and signs of softer spending have all added to concerns the economy may be losing momentum. A recession is commonly defined as two consecutive quarters of negative economic growth...

05/05/2026

I believe that through knowledge and discipline, financial peace is possible for all of us

03/05/2026

‘Have a financial plan you are really comfortable with, and plan for periods of market volatility.’ – Rachel Waterhouse, CEO of the Australian Shareholders’ Association

01/05/2026

Credit scores and credit reports

Lenders use your credit score (or credit rating) to decide whether to give you credit or lend you money. Knowing this can help you negotiate better deals, or understand why a lender rejected you. Get your credit report and score for free If you’ve ever applied for credit or a loan, there will be a...

30/04/2026

Age Pension increase offers relief as deeming rates rise gradually

The Federal Government increased the Age Pension from 20 March 2026, alongside a gradual rise in deeming rates. Advocacy group COTA Australia says the pension boost will offer relief, but warns updated deeming assumptions may not reflect the realities facing all older Australians. From 20 March 2026...

29/04/2026

Dealing with illness

Dealing with illness is often unexpected and stressful. Getting emotional and financial support can help you manage. Here, we explain how you could get additional support. Work out your medical costs Medicare When managing unexpected medical costs, take some time to find out what is covered by Medic...

28/04/2026

Enough is better than too much

26/04/2026

Optimism can help you stay the course through market cycles, benefiting from the historical resilience of long-term markets

23/04/2026

Private credit’s third act: Reconnecting with banks

Understanding how market maturity is reshaping private risk credit Private credit has moved from the edge of finance to an established component of the below-investment-grade credit markets. What began in the mid‑2000s as a relatively small and specialised form of nonbank lending has grown into a ...