Centrelink
How Much Benefit Does the Low Income Health Care Card Provide in Victoria?
Events such as downsizing the family home, receiving an inheritance, or other financial changes may result in the loss of Age Pension eligibility.
What many people don’t realise is that the Low Income Health Care Card (LIHCC) can provide a valuable alternative. While it does not offer all the same benefits as the PCC, it can still provide access to a range of concessions and discounts.
Read MoreDoes Centrelink consider me a homeowner when I enter a retirement village?
When assessing your eligibility for a Centrelink payment, your home is normally an exempt asset.
However, when entering a retirement village the rules differ and this article explores the potential implications for your Centrelink benefit.
Read MoreHow will the deeming rate changes impact your Centrelink benefit?
On 20 September 2025, Services Australia implemented the first increase to deeming rates in over five years. This change will affect how income from financial assets is assessed for various Centrelink benefits and payments.
Read MoreAm I eligible for Carer Allowance?
Carer Allowance is a hugely underutilised supplementary payment provided by the Australian Government to individuals who provide daily care and attention to someone with a disability, medical condition, or who is frail aged. In this article, we explain the primary eligibility criteria.
Read MoreHow will the sale of my home impact my age pension?
Selling your home can impact your Age Pension in Australia, depending on how you handle the proceeds from the sale. Here’s a breakdown of the key points based on current rules as of 2025: Long Term Strategies If you have surplus proceeds following the changeover of your principal home, you may want to consider these strategies to…
Read MoreHow does an inheritance impact my Age Pension?
The impact an inheritance may have on your Age Pension payment is very much a case-by-case scenario. It depends on one’s existing wealth, the amount inherited, and the circumstances of receiving the inheritance. For example, did you receive the inheritance from your parents or was it a spouse who passed away. In this article we unpack some of the considerations.
Read MoreWhy does my Centrelink payment keep changing?
Ever wondered why your Centrelink payment keeps changing. Perhaps you are still unsure where your responsibility lies with regards to updating Centrelink and what information Centrelink already have access to.
There are several reasons why your Centrelink payment might keep changing.
Read MoreWhat is the Pensioner Stamp Duty Concession?
As a pensioner in Victoria you may be eligible for a discount on the stamp duty when purchasing your next home. Find out if you are eligible.
Read MoreCentrelink Update
Estate planning is a complex area of law, and basic mistakes can lead to Wills being declared invalid, assets ending up with unintended recipients, or benefits reduced by avoidable tax bills. So, how can you steer clear of these pitfalls?
Read MoreCentrelink Update
In recent weeks, we have received numerous calls inquiring about Centrelink applications and the associated delays. Additionally, many of our clients have been receiving a significant number of letters from Centrelink.
To assist you in understanding these letters and determining if any action is needed, we’ve prepared a brief summary along with an estimate of application processing times.
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