Olivia Gee
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Tax Deductions On Your Investment Property: What Can You Claim?
This article has been expert reviewed by Forbes Advisor Australia board member, Leanne Pilkington, who is the CEO and director of boutique real estate network Laing+Simmons. She is also the president of the Real Estate Institute of Australia and was the... -
Backpacker Travel Insurance: The Complete Guide
Some 1.65 million Aussie travellers set out on overseas excursions in April this year. That’s more than two hundred thousand additional jet-setters than during the same time last year, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). A report from... -
Cheaper Car Insurance Is Possible: Here’s How To Lower Your Premiums
No matter the product or service, we all want to get the best bang for buck, especially considering the financial stress many households are facing. While shopping around for car insurance may not feel like an exciting prospect, it can... -
Our Pick Of The Best Travel Insurance Providers For Seniors In Australia
Despite the cost-of-living crisis and high inflation, travel is booming in 2024, with older Australians more likely than other groups to hit the road or take to the skies. According to recent research from Tourism Research Australia, trips declined by... -
How Much Does Car Insurance Cost In Australia?
Car insurance is an essential cost for Australian drivers. Whether it’s mandatory cover to ensure medical bills are paid for injured road users, or elective cover to repair your vehicle after a scrape, car insurance is your financial fail-safe for... -
The Complete Guide To Estate Planning
It can be an uncomfortable and complex task to hash out the details of your passing. But whether you’re a new parent or an octogenarian, estate planning is essential to ensure the financial and personal security of your loved ones... -
Third Party Fire And Theft Car Insurance Explained
Whether you’re cruising around the neighbourhood or parking your wheels for the night, car insurance can provide financial peace of mind when it comes to accidents and emergencies. By paying an insurance premium, the insurance provider will step in to... -
How Much Deposit Do I Need For A Home Loan?
There is no doubt that many Australians are struggling to get a foothold on the housing ladder. While the rate of property recovery has slowed in 2024, it is still prohibitively expensive to buy a house throughout much of Australia... -
How To Buy A Used Car (And Not A Lemon)
There are many roads you can take to purchase a used car in Australia. Whether you’re trawling through online car marketplaces, shopping at used car dealerships or buying from a friend or family member, it’s important to carefully consider your... -
Cheap Pet Insurance: How To Lower Your Premiums
Whether they’re fluffy, feathered or scaled, pets are beloved members of many Aussie households. Around two thirds of us own pets according to an Animal Medicines Australia survey, and 90% of owners say their pets have a very positive impact... -
How To Buy Shares In Commonwealth Bank
The Commonwealth Bank of Australia (aka CommBank or CBA) opened in 1911 and is now the country’s largest banking institution, with approximately 15.9 million customers and more than 800,000 shareholders. In terms of market capitalisation (or market cap)—which calculates a... -
Types Of Car Insurance In Australia
Car insurance is a financial fail-safe in case you damage other vehicles or property while driving, or are responsible for road user injuries. Depending on the type of policy you purchase, car insurance can kick in to cover things like... -
How To Pay Off Your Mortgage Faster
Paying off your home loan ahead of schedule will likely be a smart financial move in any economic climate. You’ll pay less in interest over the life of the loan if you can speed up the repayment timeline, while building... -
The National Rental Affordability Scheme Explained
Rental costs can often be forgotten in the face of soaring inflation that jacks up prices at the supermarket and hits the hip pocket of mortgage holders directly. But according to the economic analysts at CoreLogic, there has been unprecedented... -
Landlord Insurance In Australia: What You Need to Know
An investment property can be a valuable asset when managed properly within your personal finance playbook, but it is a major financial commitment. Despite your most conscientious efforts, this asset may incur costly damage or cause you financial strain if... -
Guide to Getting A Business Loan
Becoming your own boss is a dream for many ambitious Australians, but like all good things, it requires a lot of hard work and comes with some costs. If you’re looking to expand your business or streamline cash flow, you... -
Comprehensive Car Insurance Guide: Everything You Need To Know
Drivers looking for ultimate peace of mind about their beloved wheels should investigate comprehensive car insurance. This is the highest tier of cover you can purchase to protect yourself financially if you get into an accident on the road, or... -
Third Party Car Insurance: Everything You Need To Know
No driver wants to think about disaster striking on the road, but everyone should be prepared for it. Third party car insurance ensures you have financial protections in place to cover costs related to injuries or vehicle and property damage... -
Find the Best Home Insurance Policy For You
For most people who own property, their home is their most valuable asset. It’s also where we centre our lives and ensure our basic needs are met. So, it’s only natural we want to protect this safe space. Home insurance... -
What Is Car Insurance?
Car insurance is a type of insurance that covers you when driving a motor vehicle, helping you meet the costs of any damage to your own car or others in the event of an accident. In Australia, car insurance is...
Tax Deductions On Your Investment Property: What Can You Claim?
Backpacker Travel Insurance: The Complete Guide
Cheaper Car Insurance Is Possible: Here’s How To Lower Your Premiums
Our Pick Of The Best Travel Insurance Providers For Seniors In Australia
How Much Does Car Insurance Cost In Australia?
The Complete Guide To Estate Planning
Third Party Fire And Theft Car Insurance Explained
The National Rental Affordability Scheme Explained
Landlord Insurance In Australia: What You Need to Know