Where to start when dealing with financial hardship

With a myriad of options on the table and a firehose of information being put out daily, where should you start? Coronavirus and the social distancing measures now in place to mitigate its impacts has lead to many Australians facing a loss or reduction in income. If that is you, where should you start to sort yourself out?

Right now, we are in unchartered waters. For many who have always been hardworking and successful financially, the outcomes of Coronavirus are meaning your income has changed. There is a significant risk that your income is now less than your expenses, and that needs addressing.

“The greatest cause of stress is uncertainty. “

We have put together a clear action plan you can follow that helps you through the steps in the right order. This action plan will provide clarity for you. The results may not be pretty, but at least you will know exactly where you stand and feel confident that you are doing what you can to navigate your way through this.

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If you have questions or want to speak with someone about your personal situation, get in touch. Many of these options are complex and have long term implications that may be worth understanding more fully.

What you need to know

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