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What Self Managed Super Fund Trustees Think About Running Out of Money – Vanguard Report
Self managed super fund (SMSF) trustees display higher retirement confidence compared to APRA fund members, with many showing minimal concern about outliving their savings. The 2024 Vanguard/Investment Trends SMSF Report highlights key trends, investment behaviors, and advice needs among Australia’s SMSF investors. Continue reading
Posted in Financial Planning, Investment Strartegies, May Vanguard, Retirement Planning, Self Managed Super Funds, Superannuation
Tagged Australia, Financial Advice, investment confidence, Investment Trends Report, Retirement Savings, Self-Managed Super Funds, SMSF, Superannuation, Vanguard
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Financial recovery: should you DIY or outsource your debt management?
Australia’s average household debt rose to $261,492 in 2021-22, while disposable income grew modestly to $139,064. With rising debt levels, interest rates, and living costs, many Australians are turning to debt management companies for help. These companies offer services like debt consolidation and creditor negotiation but come with their own set of pros and cons. Alternatively, DIY strategies such as budgeting, negotiating repayment terms, and seeking government assistance can be effective. Understanding your options and taking proactive steps are crucial for financial recovery. Continue reading
Posted in Credit and Loans, Debt Management, Economic Insights, Financial Health, Financial Planning, Financial Wellness, Personal Finance, Support Services
Tagged Australia, Budgeting, Cost of Living, Credit Cards, Credit Score, Debt Consolidation, Debt Management Companies, Debt Management Fees, Debt Reduction, Debt Repayment Prioritization, Debt Statistics, Disposable Income, DIY Debt Management, Financial Assistance, Financial Counselling, Financial Difficulty, Financial Literacy, Financial Recovery, Financial Stress, Government Assistance, Household Debt, Income Fluctuation, money management, Moneysmart, MyGov, Negotiating with Creditors, Outsource Debt Management, Repayment Plan, Rising Interest Rates, Spending Plan, Structured Payment Schedule
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Dozens of Australian businesses have gender pay gaps above 50%
Australia’s national gender pay gap stands at 12%, with men earning an average of $1982.80 weekly compared to $1744.80 for women. This disparity results in women earning 88 cents for every dollar earned by men, amounting to $12,376 less annually. The data, excluding overtime and junior or part-time employees, reveals significant state and industry variations. Western Australia shows the highest gap at 21.7%, while the lowest is in Tasmania at 5.4%. Efforts to bridge this gap continue, highlighting the ongoing need for gender equity in the workplace. Continue reading
Posted in Consumer Behavior, Financial Planning, Financial Wellness, Personal Finance
Tagged ABS, ACT, Australia, Australian Bureau of Statistics, Construction industry, employee earnings, full-time earnings, gender equity, Gender Gap Statistics, Gender Pay Gap, gender pay gap by state, gender wage disparity, industry pay gaps, men vs women earnings, Mining industry, New South Wales, Northern Territory, private sector, Professional services, Public Administration, public sector, Queensland, Safety, salary comparison, South Australia, Tasmania, Technical services, Victoria, wage inequality, WEGA, Western Australia, Workplace Gender Equality Agency
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