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Inflation is a hot topic at the moment. But what exactly is it, and how does it affect you and your money?
Pension Loan Scheme rebrand
Since 1 January 2022, the Government’s Pension Loan Scheme has been rebranded as the ‘Home Equity Access Scheme’. This Scheme allows senior Australians to access the equity in their real property by borrowing from the government, against the value of their property to supplement their retirement income.
December 2021 quarter economic review
December 2021 quarter economic review in OBT’s Autumn 2022 outlook. If you have any questions or would like to discuss this further, please speak to your Financial Adviser.
Personal Hardship Financial Assistance
Personal hardship financial assistance is now available for Queensland communities affected by recent rainfall and flooding in affected activation areas.
Disaster Recovery Allowance — Income Support
The Disaster Recovery Allowance (DRA) is a short term payment to help you if a disaster directly affects your income. You have until 3 September 2022 to make a claim.
Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment — Individuals
The Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment is a one-off, non-means-tested payment of $1,000 per eligible adult and $400 per child adversely affected by a major disaster either in Australia or overseas.
Managing the financial impacts of a mid-life crisis
Financially speaking, if you or a loved one are actually going through something that resembles a mid-life crisis, you probably have fewer reasons to chuckle.
5 things you and your partner should know about super
Super rules can affect couples differently to single people. And being part of a couple can have a big impact on your retirement savings goals too. Here are five things to understand about your super as a couple.
How do interest rates affect stock markets?
We will look at how interest rates affect stock markets and what may happen in an interest rate rise.
4 Financial tips anyone can use
There are lots of tips when it comes to getting ahead, financially speaking. If you’re struggling to get on top of your finances take a look at our suggestions and make a commitment to just start with one.
