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The RBA has increased the cash rate by 25 basis points to 4.60%, but does this affect more than just your mortgage?

The cash rate is now a full percentage point higher than it was in Q4 2025, when it stood at 3.60%.

Higher interest rates can affect different parts of your finances in different ways, from your home loan and savings to your super, investments and property.

Understanding how these areas connect can help you see what the latest rate increase could mean for your financial position.

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You contribute to your super. But do you know where that money actually goes? Explore how your super may be invested 👉 https://ap1.hubs.ly/H01p0K50

Depending on your investment option, your money may be spread across Australian and international shares, property, infrastructure, fixed interest and cash.

Understanding these asset classes and the role diversification can play, may help you make better sense of changes in your super balance.

Earning more, but still feeling stretched?

A higher income can create more options, but it does not always mean you feel more in control of your money.

Between everyday spending, lifestyle changes, tax, debt, family costs and future goals, it can be easy to wonder where your income is actually going.

Understanding the full picture can help you see what you are spending, saving, building and protecting.

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Not sure where to start? Our team can help you take a closer look at your money and what may need attention.

Using an offset account? It can be a helpful way to reduce the interest you pay, but it is only one part of your home loan.

Fees, redraw access, loan features, refinancing costs and your current interest rate can all affect whether your loan is still working for you.

Taking a closer look now could help you understand what you are paying for, what you are using and whether there may be better options available.

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Not sure where to start? Our team can help you understand what questions to ask.

Estate planning is more than just a will.

Your super, insurance, property, investments and personal assets may all be treated and released differently, due to specific rules around beneficiaries, tax and ownership.

Here are 7 practical steps you can take to protect your family wealth and give your loved ones more clarity and security for the future:

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Not sure where or when to start? Our team of expert financial advisers can help you understand how estate planning works, what you need to set it up, and how it can fit into your broader financial strategy.

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