Tag Archives: Interest Rates
Interest Yields Versus Dividend Yields – Vanguard Report
Higher interest rates can lead to higher yields on certain investments, but not all. Learn the differences between interest yields and dividend yields to make informed investment decisions. Continue reading
Posted in Financial Planning, Interest Rates, Investment Strartegies, May Vanguard, Vanguard Insights
Tagged Cash Investments, Dividend Yields, Fixed Interest, Income Investing, Interest Rates, Investment strategy, Vanguard Australia
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How to Decipher the Freeze on Deeming Rates – Vanguard Report
The federal budget has announced a freeze on social security deeming rates until June 2025. This decision has significant income implications for Age Pension recipients and suggests potential changes in official interest rates. Learn what deeming rates are, their benefits, and what the freeze means for your retirement planning. Continue reading
Posted in Economic Insights, Financial Planning, Investment Strartegies, May Vanguard, Retirement Planning, Vanguard Insights
Tagged Age Pension, Deeming Rates, Federal Budget, Financial Investments, Inflation, Interest Rates, Investment Returns, Retirement Planning, Social Security, Vanguard
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Helping you keep out of trouble with your credit card debt.
Credit cards can make life easier, but they also pose a risk if not managed properly. This article provides simple suggestions to help turn credit cards into effective money management tools, ensuring you stay on top of your debt and avoid financial trouble. Continue reading
Posted in Budgeting, Debt Management, Financial Planning, Personal Finance, Uncategorized
Tagged Budgeting, Credit Card Debt, Credit Card Management, Debt Control, Emergency Fund, Financial Planning, Financial Tips, Interest Rates, money management, Personal Finance
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You might be surprised at what really drives interest rates
This article explains the factors that drive interest rates, including the roles of the RBA, APRA, and external economic influences. Learn how these factors impact your mortgage and financial planning decisions. Continue reading
Posted in Economic Insights, Financial Health, Financial Planning, Mortgage and Loans, Personal Finance
Tagged APRA, Australian Economy, Banking Regulator, BBSW, Economic Health, Financial Planning, Fixed Rate, Inflation, Interest Rates, Mortgage rates, RBA, Variable Rate
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As interest rates rise, so does the risk of losing your home
With housing prices soaring and mortgages growing, have you considered what may happen when interest rates increase? This article discusses how even a small rise in interest rates can impact your budget and what steps you can take to prepare yourself financially. Continue reading
Posted in Budgeting, Debt Management, Financial Health, Financial Planning, Home Ownership, Personal Finance
Tagged Budgeting, Cost of Living, Debt Management, Financial Advice, Financial Planning, Financial Stress, Home Loans, Housing Market, Inflation, Interest Rates, Mortgage Review, Mortgage Stress, Savings Strategies
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