Blog by Ray Trevisan

With a looming federal election within the next 6-9 months, there is agitation in Canberra. There are a number of key initiatives to be wrangled and fought for, and having the ear of elected officials in marginal seats appears one strategy that appears to work.

Changes to age pension as the indexation rate changes the payments on 20 September for all recipients. There is much to consider and we learn in today's show there are substantial benefits to claim even if you are earning a reasonable amount of income.

From financial hardship, loss of assets, access to housing and ongoing support, we discuss the current state of play, and the first steps to take if you are this kind of bind.

while you might be thinking AI is going to solve the world's problems, that ain't necessarily so in the space of personal financial advice. Tune in to understand the key differences and why the human touch will continue to remain all important when thinking about your financial journey.

SAPRA super funds are out trying to educate their clients on what's in super including insurances, returns and contribution rules.