News
Preparing for 30 June - Super Reminder 2025
With the end of the financial year fast approaching, we’d like to remind you about some potential opportunities for super contributions.
Latest RBA Interest Rate Announcement and History
View our full summary and access the RBA statement.
Upcoming Xero price changes
From July 1, 2025, the price of Xero Grow, Comprehensive and Ultimate plans will increase in Australia.
Superannuation and tax thresholds 2025/26
Discover the new 2025/26 super thresholds, including changes to Super Guarantee, contribution limits, and Preservation Age. Contact AGS Financial Group for advice.
Quarterly economic update: January - March 2025
Wondering how the economy and financial markets fared last quarter? Following the return of Donald Trump to the US Presidency and the rollout of his tariff agenda, our latest update covers the key trends you need to know. Discover what’s shaping investment markets and what it means for you.
ATO Campaigns
In recent months the ATO has been sending communication letters directly to clients bypassing us as tax agents. This is part of the ATO’s new letter Campaign.
Super Guarantee Rate Increases to 12%
The Super Guarantee rises to 12% from 1 July 2025. Learn how this affects your retirement savings, salary sacrifice, and tax planning with expert advice from AGS.
Important tax dates Q4 - FY 2025
Stay up to date with key tax lodgement dates and obligations for Q4 FY 2025.
Reducing the uncertainty: financial forecasting and planning
Economic conditions and the costs of trading make it difficult to keep your finances on track. We’ve got five ways to reduce the financial uncertainty and improve your planning.
Coping with the skyrocketing cost of living
Household living costs have skyrocketed and seem set to keep rising this year. Here are our 12 top tips for coping with the rapidly increasing cost of living – ways to earn more, spend less, and invest in your future.
Tariff Turbulence
Global markets drop as Trump tariffs spark uncertainty. Learn what this means for your investments and how to stay focused on long-term strategy.
2025 Federal Budget
Explore the 2025 Federal Budget's focus on cost of living, tax cuts, housing affordability and social security
AGS welcomes Frank Martino and Lifetime Wealth Planners
AGS Financial Group is pleased to welcome experienced Sydney-based financial planner Frank Martino to the AGS family, effective 3 February 2025.
Webinar Invitation – Wealth Creation
Building up your assets to become financially self-sufficient takes time, money and effort. But more than this, it takes a plan!
Quarterly economic update: October - December 2024
Wondering how the economy and financial markets fared last quarter? With ongoing inflation pressures, cooling interest rates, and changing household spending, our latest update covers the key trends you need to know. Discover what’s shaping investment markets and what it means for you.
Important tax dates Q3 – FY 2025
Stay up to date with key tax lodgement dates and obligations for Q3 FY 2025. Ensure compliance with deadlines for BAS, PAYG, and super contributions.
Five big business challenges for 2025
What are the five big challenges your business will face in 2025? We’ve summarised five of the most significant external factors that could affect your business.
How business loans can reinvigorate your small business
More Aussie small business are applying for long-term loans. But what are the best things to do with this new capital? We’ve got some ideas for how to get value from your funding.
Variations of Debt Recycling Strategies
Discover how debt recycling helps pay off your home faster and build wealth simultaneously. Explore variations of this powerful financial strategy today.
To buy or lease your business assets?
Should you buy or lease your new equipment? Review your financial position, cashflow and cost base to decide whether buying or leasing is the right thing for the business.