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Government Guarantee on Bank Deposits
Before 2012, under the Financial Claims Scheme (FCS), deposits in Authorised Deposit-taking Institutions (ADIs) such as banks, buildings societies, and credit unions were guaranteed by the government up to an amount of $1 million. Under the revised Scheme, the updated permanent cap was reduced to $250,000.
The Australian government guarantees bank...
Greater Bank Offers Home Loan Rates Below 3%
The average interest rate of home loan rates offered by lenders in Australia ranges from 3.09% to 3.99. There are a few institutions which offer lower, with only 2.99% interest, and only a handful provide even lower than this. One of the lowest is from Greater Bank who presents only...
How do pre-existing conditions affect life insurance applications?
Life insurance helps families of the deceased recover from the loss of a loved one. The financial assistance it provides can support the living expenses of those who are left behind.
Getting insured is a highly recommended practice that everyone should consider. However, getting insurance coverage when you are suffering or...
Working with Overseas Clients as a Financial Planner
With the plethora of messaging apps that can connect you with anyone from any part of the world, there’s really no excuse to not get in touch with your clients. Technology has eliminated the communication barriers that used to hinder people from talking with others from overseas.
So, is it possible...
How is Australia’s Balance of Payments Doing?
The Balance of Payments (BOP) is a report that summarizes the transactions that transpired between Australia and the rest of the world. It is a reporting system that contains consolidated accounts where many other financial reports can be broken down and derived. This is generated quarterly by the Australian Bureau...
How the New Child Care Benefits Work
The new Child Care Subsidy (CCS) took effect last July 2, 2018, replacing the Child Care Benefit and Child Care Rebate programs. This new system intends to increase the subsidy given to those on the lower income brackets and make it easier for families to gain access to childcare services....
How to buy 7 banks using only 1 stock on the ASX
Banks are some of the most stable and reliable businesses out there. They’re heavily regulated by government laws and they undergo strict security procedures in order to continue their operations. These are the reasons why many investors keep bank stocks in their portfolio.
What if you want to heavily invest in...
Is Cryptocurrency a Bubble Like the Dutch Tulips Mania?
Bitcoin and similar cryptocurrencies have been receiving so much clamour these past months. The frenzy of the public to get in, the massive surge in prices, and the emergence of alternative virtual coins all point to a market bubble similar to what happened in the Tulip Mania centuries ago.
The question...
Basics on Bitcoin & Cryptocurrency Alternatives
With all the hype surrounding Bitcoin, it’s hard to resist the urge to know more about these cryptocurrencies and the technology behind them.
If you want to jump into trading or investing cryptocurrencies, take a quick look first at what Bitcoin is about and the alternatives available to you.
What is Bitcoin?
Bitcoin...What Childcare Benefits Does the Government Provide?
Childcare is given great importance by the Australian Government which is why they’re providing financial assistance to parents to help them avail childcare services. Both the Child Care Benefit and the Child Care Rebate programs help secure the welfare of families living in the country. Parents who belong to the...