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Financial Information Service

A free service that can inform and educate you about financial matters.

What it is

The Financial Information Service helps you make informed decisions about your finances.

With this information, you will be better able to:

  • increase your confidence with financial matters like investment, salary sacrifice and superannuation
  • understand your own financial affairs and options
  • understand financial planners and how to use their advice
  • how to use credit sensibly
  • save and plan for the future through investing
  • plan for your retirement
  • understand what happens when you move into aged care.
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We can explain:

  • how financial products work
  • the risk of certain financial products
  • the roles of financial professionals
  • the benefit of reducing debt
  • how you can increase your overall retirement income.

Further Information

Services Australia | Financial Information Service

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