Just a few minutes of effort now could pay off significantly in the long run. With many Aussies enjoying a well-deserved break or easing back into work as the new year begins, Industry Super Australia (ISA) has put together a list of simple super tips that...
Excitement about NFTs is reaching a fever pitch, despite the contradictions. Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) have taken the world by storm in 2021, but many investors are struggling to wrap their heads around the most important detail. Even if NFTs are traded via the blockchain, they aren’t stored...
Disability insurance needs to be “simpler and cheaper” for all Australians, with a focus on return to health and work, a taskforce has found. Without an overhaul, those who need cover may not be able to afford it in the future and life insurance companies selling...
Have you ever wondered how much money you can save in a year? It’s a particularly interesting question when you’ve reached a certain stage in life, for example, if you’ve started to draw-down on your super or get the age pension. You may find that younger people...
Before you jet off on your next adventure, spare some thought for the way you pack your bags. While it’s easy to throw a week’s worth of clothes and underwear into your suitcase willy-nilly, there’s an art to packing that will save you space and...
If you’re over 60, regular exercise is crucial in maintaining your health and independence and ensuring you have the energy to do more of what you love, like playing with the grandkids. Not only does regular exercise help you maintain an active lifestyle, it can...
The property boom has crossed another major threshold. Figures released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) have revealed that Australia’s residential housing market is now valued at more than $9 trillion. ABS head of prices statistics Michelle Marquardt said that price property growth results were in...
Super sector advocates have called on Australia’s major parties to commit to more targeted reforms in the sector. Industry Super Australia (ISA) has urged policymakers looking to tinker with Australia’s superannuation to keep the interests of members in mind as the next federal election approaches. While the...
Approval from overseas regulators looks to turn the possibility of crypto ETFs in Australia into a reality. After the US Securities Exchange Commission gave ProShares’ futures-based bitcoin ETF the green light, Australia’s crypto sector is more optimistic about local developments. Kraken managing director for Australia Jonathan Miller...
Life insurers are breathing a sigh of relief as Australia’s longest lockdowns come to an end. As Australia begins to reopen after a long winter of lockdowns, the insurance sector is wary of the long-term consequences. KPMG’s latest annual check in with the life insurance sector has...
He is also an accomplished presenter and educator
Co-authoring the popular investment book, Property vs Shares.