17 Sep SMSF advice appetite strong, says ASIC
A new ASIC report has highlighted demand for further advice on the specifics of SMSFs among the Australian population, particularly among those who have a financial planner.
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Financial Planning
13 Sep How to play catch up with your super
Now you can put more into super at the concessional rate of tax, starting from the 2019-20 financial year. Putting more money into the tax-friendly framework of superannuation to help you enjoy a fulfilling retirement. It’s one of those things that seems like a no brainer,...
09 Sep How many good summers do you want?
Martin Hawes, financial adviser and outdoor adventurer, wrote the inspirational book Twenty Good Summers many years ago. It’s still in print, and I believe his message grips the imagination of everyone. His message is simple: • Work less• Live more• Make more money The book explains how you can prioritize...
06 Sep How to retire early
Whether you choose or need early retirement, having a plan can give your money the best chance of lasting the distance. Whether lifestyle preferences or circumstances beyond your control are behind your decision to retire early, you’ll need to make a plan to help your retirement...
02 Sep The ins and outs of high interest savings accounts
Looking for a convenient, straightforward and flexible way of saving but not sure where to start? If you’ve ruled out putting your hard-earned savings under your mattress, you need to find a way to make your money work for you. A high interest online savings account is...
01 Sep Five ways to simplify your life
If managing life’s everyday complexities only seem achievable when you’re daydreaming about the chef, cleaner, personal assistant or nanny that you don’t have, you’re probably not alone. And, if ‘turbulent’ is the way you’d describe your day-to-day routine, these tips may help you get back the...
27 Aug ‘Loyalty’ could be costing older Aussies more when it comes to health cover
When it comes to health insurance we’re often told to shop around for a better deal, particularly as policies approach their end date – and that advice has now been backed up by a new study which revealed that loyalty to a provider could see...
26 Aug Why saving is behaving
Did you know there are 293 ways to make change for a US dollar, but only 50 for an Australian dollar? Cashiers in America must have jumped for joy when debit cards became the rage. Is your bank taking you for a ride? We all have our...
25 Aug Be aware of your money biases
Knowledge is power. The more you’re aware of how your mind works the more you can adjust your attitude towards money. Six cognitive biases that influence how we save, spend and invest money We like to think we’re rational beings. But the reality is that a lot...
24 Aug Helping grown-up children with their finances
It’s only natural to want to help your kids with big ticket items to give them a good start in life—particularly in an era when tuition fees and house prices make higher education and owning a home less affordable than in previous generations. But it can...
