Richardson Financial Advisory Blog
What's the best way to get insurance organised?
What's the best way to get insurance organised?
Making sure you’re getting the best deal on insurance without missing out on the cover you need can feel like a minefield. Get to know where and how to buy.
The Federal Budget
How will the latest budget proposals impact you and your finances?
The 2024 Federal Budget provides cost of living relief through 1 July tax cuts, lower power bills, higher welfare payments and support for small businesses.
Should you fix your home loan?
When contemplating home ownership or refinancing an existing mortgage, we typically face the decision of choosing between a fixed rate or variable rate home loan. While both options have their merits, deciding whether or not to fix your home loan requires careful consideration of various factors
Why are Australians who get financial advice more upbeat?
Why are Australians who get financial advice more upbeat?
Money doesn’t buy happiness, but having a financial adviser by your side just might.
New research from CFS shows that Australians who receive financial advice feel more confident and optimistic about their money than those who go it alone. And contrary to popular belief, it’s not necessarily because they’re earning more.*
Colonial First State commissioned research to find out about Australians’ understanding of super and investments, and how confident they felt about their money. The survey generated responses from almost 2,000 Australians who have a financial adviser and 700 who haven’t had professional financial advice.
Investment scams peak in Australia - how you can spot one
Investment scams peak in Australia - how you can spot one.
October is cyber security awareness month and a good reminder to look at what you could be doing to protect your personal information and your money.
Losses to scams have skyrocketed in recent years, with combined losses reported to different Australian government agencies up a whopping 80% over a 12-month period.
What’s more, investment scams were identified as the most commonly reported type of scam, which is why it’s important to stay alert and protect what’s yours*.