Mixed-use properties offer a way to invest in both the residential and commercial property markets. While commercial loans often have higher interest rates than a home loan, the current low-rate environment and high rates of return could mean now’s your time to consider the pros...
To keep you and your family safe and healthy, it is important to remember that there are certain areas and items that are crucial to disinfect. This is even more important lately! Covid-19 has made us realise the importance of disinfecting properly, using chemicals to kill germs...
The global economy is expected to recover in 2021 following the weakest year since World War II, with fiscal and monetary policy continuing to support world economies, a big four bank has forecasted. The Commonwealth Bank of Australia’s (CBA) chief economist Stephen Halmarick has outlined his...
I am often asked what the Commonwealth Seniors Health Care Card (CSHC) is, what the benefits are for a card holder, and how to apply? The CSHC entitles you to access medications listed under the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme at a cheaper rate. bulk-billed doctor visits (if offered...
The beginning of a new year is the perfect time to reassess your goals and set yourself up for financial success. Many common New Year’s resolutions require us to spend a little cash to make them stick – but often, they end up costing us...
Have you considered what's on the agenda, such as how often you see yourself eating out and whether you want to travel domestically or afar? If you're in or approaching retirement, you may be prioritising things such as living costs, utility bills, health care and even...
Australia’s cash rate is now the lowest it has been in 23 years, a reaction initially to stunted economic growth and now to the impact of COVID-19 on the local and global economic landscape. As the uncharted negative interest rate zone looms, is it worth...
Despite being one of the big winners during the COVID-19 pandemic, global healthcare is predicted to continue to perform strongly over the longer term, an industry expert has said. While the healthcare sector currently accounts for around 10 per cent of the world’s GDP, or US$11...
Are you one of the 20 per cent of Australians with less than $250 in their savings account?i Recent research from AMP Bank has found that one in five Australians isn’t saving any of their monthly income. And we’re all different when it comes to saving. People...
For many people, the government’s COVID-19 (coronavirus) early release of super scheme has been a lifesaver, with the money accessed from retirement savings helping provide additional support at a time of economic uncertainty. In total, 1.81 million Australians have withdrawn $13.5 billion from super funds, at...
He is also an accomplished presenter and educator
Co-authoring the popular investment book, Property vs Shares.