POST DEPLOYMENT

You’ve just returned from deployment and you are likely to have a sum of money that represents a unique opportunity to fast-track your financial goals.
The question is, do you use it wisely?

Financial Health Check

A disciplined approach to your finances is an important part of reaching your financial and other personal and professional goals. Check your financial health using the tools and resources in our website outlined below to help you get your money sorted and be in a good position moving forward.

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Tax

You will have been notified before you deployed if your deployment income fell into a tax-exempt category. See our Income Tax for more information on submitting a tax return.
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Budgeting

Post deployment your income is likely to reduce, so now might be a good time to redo your budget.
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Setting Goals

Before you race out and spend all your hard earned cash, take some time to think about what you really want to achieve financially in the short, medium and long term. Stop and think through the possibilities of what this money could do for you and your family.
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Saving

Savings accounts are great for emergency funds and short-term goals
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Insurance

It's easy to get caught up in the joy of buying something new and forget to insure it. See our insurance page to ensure you cover your new possessions.

Making the most of your deployment income

Making good decisions now with your deployment income could set you up for financial success in the future. Take your time to consider your options and decide what's really important to you.

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Buy A Home

Some ADF members will use their additional deployment income to put towards a deposit on a property. Visit our Buying a Home page
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Car

If you are thinking of buying a car take your time and work out how much a car is really going to cost you. Read through our tips for buying a new/second hand car.
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Investing

Before you jump into investing, our investment guide has a few points to consider and some investment options you may not be aware of.
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Getting Financial Advice

It's always good to build your own knowledge when it comes to managing your money but if you need some professional advice, you might consider an appropriately licensed financial adviser.
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ADF Financial Advice Referral Program

Find a financial adviser who provides advice which is free from remuneration-based conflicts of interest.
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CHECKLIST

Here’s a handy checklist summarising the actions suggested to get your finances off to a strong start.
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