Prashant Mehra
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Will Interest Rates Go Down In 2024?
After starting 2022 at just 0.1%, the official cash rate is now 3.1% and tipped to rise further. Since the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) began lifting the cash rate in May 2022, there have been eight interest rate rises... -
Travel Insurance For Canada: What You Need To Know Before You Go
From hiking trails in Ontario to traversing the slopes of the famous ski resort town of Whistler, there is no shortage of places to visit in Canada. The vast North American country is a popular destination for travel-loving Aussies. In... -
Guide To Hospital Health Insurance In Australia
Nearly half of all Australians hold health insurance, either in the form of a hospital cover or through extras insurance or a combination of both. Despite ongoing cost of living pressures, health insurance premiums have again gone up on April... -
No Claim Discount In Car Insurance Explained
A no claim discount (NCD), also sometimes called a ‘no claim bonus’, is a feature to reward safe and responsible drivers with an ongoing discount on their car insurance policy. By not making claims, the policy holder demonstrates their ability... -
How To Watch Disney Hotstar In Australia With A VPN
In recent years, the growth of video-on-demand streaming services such as Netflix, Amazon Prime, Apple TV, and Hulu, have opened up the use of virtual private networks (VPNs) to consumers. While these streaming services offer hundreds of thousands of hours... -
What Is VetPay? A Guide
Veterinary costs can often turn into a significant expense for pet owners in Australia. Recent data from insurance administrator PetSure has revealed that vet expenses have risen at a rate that exceeds the high inflation across the economy. Since there... -
Best Way To Invest $50,000 In Australia
Many investors understand the importance of slow and steady investing over a number of years in order to build wealth. However, there are times when you come by a sudden financial windfall: either through a sale of an asset, or... -
How To Transfer Car Ownership In Australia
Most drivers know they must register their vehicle in order to drive on Australian roads. In addition, registration papers are legally required to transfer ownership of a vehicle anywhere in Australia. Most people need to transfer the registration of their... -
How To Make A Car Insurance Claim In Australia
A car accident can feel overwhelming, even when no one is injured and the damage to vehicles or property is minor. Often, the experience will also include disputes about who is at fault, the cost of damage caused and the... -
How To Check For Car Insurance In Australia
Car insurance is compulsory on Australian roads, so it is a good idea to make sure you have one before you head out on that trip. You should also be clear on what your policy actually covers, in case you... -
How To Buy Qantas Shares
Qantas Airways is Australia’s national carrier and also the largest airline in the country by fleet size, flights and destinations. Founded in November 1920 as the Queensland and Northern Territory Aerial Services (QANTAS), the airline was nationalised by the government... -
GBP To AUD Forecast: Pound’s Bullish Run Continues But Dollar May Gain Ground
The British pound (GBP) is considered the oldest currency in the world still in circulation. A well-developed English-speaking global financial market, the UK’s status as an attractive investment destination and London’s position as a leading foreign exchange centre have all... -
Stage Three Tax Cuts: How Much Will You Receive?
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has unveiled changes to stage three tax cuts—the biggest and most controversial phase of income tax cuts in Australia—in a bid to expand benefits for lower and middle-income workers. The government’s decision, confirmed in January, to... -
Best Stocks To Buy Now
The stock market has often been called risky, volatile and akin to gambling, but as the experiences of millions of investors demonstrate, it is one of the best ways to generate long-term capital appreciation. Investing in stocks over the long-term... -
The Big Four Banks: The Complete Guide
Australia holds the fourth‑largest pool of investment fund assets in the world and also the largest in Asia. A key factor contributing to the strength and stability of the country’s financial system, even in turbulent times such as the global... -
AUD To JPY Forecast: Yen Tipped To Rebound By Year’s End
The Australian dollar and the Japanese Yen (JPY) are the world’s sixth most-traded and the third-most traded currencies respectively, with each being popular in the forex market for their distinct characteristics. The Aussie dollar is widely considered a ‘risk-on’ currency... -
Next RBA Meeting: The Complete Guide
The Reserve Bank of Australia left interest rates at a 12-year high of 4.35% at is February meeting but signalled that further rate hikes remain possible, pushing back against market speculation about rate cuts later this year. But this meeting... -
Guide To REITs: Everything You Need To Know
The property market plays a pivotal role in Australia’s economy. Home prices generally dominate headlines and most Australians are clued-in about investing in residential property. However, not many retail investors are as familiar with the potential for investing in commercial... -
Interest Rates Are High, But Aussies Keep Travelling
Australians are considered among the most prolific travellers in the world. No matter how far-flung the destination, there is a good chance you will run into another Australian there. Our love for travel is underscored by the fact that we... -
Life Insurance Outlook For 2024: AI To Play An Increasing Role
Life insurance is considered an important tool to provide financial security for our loved ones. It has become even more relevant with the rising cost of living in the last few years because of the reassurance it provides that your... -
Credit Card Trends In 2024
Credit cards feature prominently in the daily spending habits of most Australians. According to Reserve Bank data, almost 13.5 million people currently hold a credit card in Australia. The reasons for widespread credit card usage are varied. While some people... -
How To Find The Best Health Insurance For Dental
Dental care is the care of the teeth and mouth provided by a dentist, dental specialist or another health professional. While you aren't legally required to have insurance cover for dental, without it treatment could cost hundreds or even thousands... -
Venture Capital Explained: How Does It Work?
Over the last decade, there has been a surge in venture capital investment globally, a trend that has also been mirrored in the Australian market. It has turned venture capital into a key source of private capital that provides financing... -
AUD To NZD Forecast: Weak Economy Weighs Down Kiwi Dollar
The Australian (AUD) and New Zealand dollars (NZD) are two of the most-traded currencies in the global forex markets. The pair are correlated given the similar position of both countries as commodity exporters, and typically trade in a similar way... -
War In The Middle East: The Impact On Inflation
Australia’s stubbornly high inflation has been a source of concern for the Reserve Bank, and the conflict in the Middle East may add further fuel to the fire. RBA Governor Michele Bullock pointed towards “external shocks” from global events as... -
Do You Pay Tax On Super?
Australia’s superannuation system is a powerful yet simple way to save for retirement. It is a long-term investment that involves locking away savings for several decades, and is therefore subject to tax at different stages in the super life cycle.... -
How To Watch The Rugby World Cup Final From Australia
The 2023 Rugby World Cup is the 10th world championship for the best international men's rugby union teams. The tournament is played every four years. France is the host this year, with 20 nations competing over six weeks, from September... -
Superannuation Fees Explained
Australia’s compulsory superannuation system was put in place more than 30 years ago with the purpose of setting money aside during an employee’s working life to provide for income during their retirement. Super is important because the more you save,... -
Australian Housing Crisis: The High Price We’re Paying
The property market is generally top of mind for the Australian public and policymakers alike, because of the pivotal role it plays in the country’s economy. Even so, home prices have dominated headlines in recent months as the turn in... -
Insolvency Explained: What You Need To Know
Australia’s business landscape has seen a steady rise in the number of insolvencies in recent months as cost-of-living pressures bite and economic conditions slow down. Although numbers had declined for several years, business collapses are now back above pre-pandemic trends,... -
Robo-Advisors: What They Are And How They Work
When someone needs investment advice they are expected to go to a financial advisor, who is a seasoned professional with the expertise to guide with investment strategy. The big drawback with this approach is that personal financial advice is often... -
What Is The Nasdaq?
Online stock trading is so common nowadays it is easy to forget that it’s a relatively recent occurrence, only beginning in the 1990s. What made the phenomenon possible in the first place was the establishment of the Nasdaq as the... -
What Is The Dow Jones?
Traders and fund managers use major stock indices to get an overview of how markets are performing. A stock index allows investors to gauge the movement in the value of the market, while also providing an average measure of the... -
How To Watch Hulu In Australia
Virtual private networks (VPNs) have traditionally been used in a business environment, or by tech-focused individuals wary of online surveillance, because they are an excellent security tool to improve privacy on the internet. But the growth of video-on-demand streaming services... -
VPN For Netflix Guide: How To Access International Shows
Netflix offers thousands of movies and series, but most Australian subscribers will only get access to a fraction of these titles. That’s because libraries on the popular streaming service vary from country to country and you can only watch what... -
Travel Insurance Cancellation Cover Explained
Travel insurance can help to cover the financial cost of something going wrong during a trip, such as missing a flight, losing luggage overseas, or even a medical emergency. But sometimes, the unexpected happens and you may be forced to... -
Travel Insurance For The USA: A Guide
From the skyscrapers of New York City to the wilderness of Yosemite National Park, to the beaches of California and the theme parks in Florida, there is no shortage of places to visit in the United States of America. The... -
Why Is Inflation So Hard To Tame?
Australia’s persistently high inflation has been a sore point with the Reserve Bank, which has cited it as the number one reason behind the repeated interest rate increases that are threatening to tilt the economy into a recession. Headline inflation... -
What Does Travel Insurance Cover?
Travel insurance helps to cover the financial cost of something going wrong during a trip. Whether it’s missing your flight, or losing your luggage overseas, or even a medical emergency, travel insurance can provide some financial assistance when you need... -
Travel Insurance For Bali: A Guide
Tropical Bali has long been a beloved destination for Australians, who account for a quarter of all tourist arrivals to the Indonesian island. From its striking beaches and beautiful family villas to Ubud’s Monkey Forest, Bali's beauty has already attracted... -
How To Get A Pay Rise
Australia’s unemployment rate is near a 50-year low, and many job seekers are likely spoilt for choice. But few have been able to savour the gains, as they struggle with higher debt, spiralling rents and rate rises, and the rising... -
How To Use Nabtrade
Nabtrade is the name of National Australia Bank’s online trading platform, and among the more popular of platforms owing to its brand name recognition. The service is provided by WealthHub Securities Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of NAB, and it... -
Flying High At A Low Cost: How To Find Cheap Flights From Australia
If you have booked a flight in recent months or are in the midst of planning the next overseas holiday, you will have already encountered the post-pandemic traveler's biggest disappointment: soaring airfares. More than a year since travel returned to... -
Domestic Travel Insurance: Why So Many Aussies Are Relying On It
Domestic travel in Australia has rebounded far quicker than the gradual recovery in international travel as the sector recovers from shutdown during the pandemic. Unfortunately, this has been accompanied by high levels of disruption in the local travel market. Travellers... -
AUD To PHP: Trends and Forecasts—Some Volatility, But Steady Long-Term
Australia’s trade relationship with the Philippines has expanded at a lively pace in recent years. The South East Asian nation’s status as one of the fastest-growing emerging economies in the world—as well as its importance as a market of 111...
Travel Insurance For Canada: What You Need To Know Before You Go
Guide To Hospital Health Insurance In Australia
No Claim Discount In Car Insurance Explained
How To Watch Disney Hotstar In Australia With A VPN
What Is VetPay? A Guide
Best Way To Invest $50,000 In Australia
How To Transfer Car Ownership In Australia
How To Make A Car Insurance Claim In Australia
How To Check For Car Insurance In Australia
How To Buy Qantas Shares
GBP To AUD Forecast: Pound’s Bullish Run Continues But Dollar May Gain Ground
Stage Three Tax Cuts: How Much Will You Receive?
Best Stocks To Buy Now
The Big Four Banks: The Complete Guide
AUD To JPY Forecast: Yen Tipped To Rebound By Year’s End
Next RBA Meeting: The Complete Guide
Guide To REITs: Everything You Need To Know
Interest Rates Are High, But Aussies Keep Travelling
Life Insurance Outlook For 2024: AI To Play An Increasing Role
Credit Card Trends In 2024
How To Find The Best Health Insurance For Dental
Venture Capital Explained: How Does It Work?
AUD To NZD Forecast: Weak Economy Weighs Down Kiwi Dollar
War In The Middle East: The Impact On Inflation
Do You Pay Tax On Super?
How To Watch The Rugby World Cup Final From Australia
Superannuation Fees Explained
Australian Housing Crisis: The High Price We’re Paying