Romance blooms at any age, including as we get older and supposedly wiser about such things of the heart, and head. So, if you’re considering marriage, perhaps for a second time or more, give thought to the financial implications of marrying later in life and...
Self Managed Superannuation Funds (SMSF) are becoming increasingly popular with Australians who want to take control of their superannuation investments.But there are growing concerns that SMSF property investments are being pushed by aggressive unlicensed property spruikers who are not acting in their best interests. The Australian...
Living longer is something to be celebrated. But it can be a less settling prospect if advancing age or an accident reduces your capacity to make decisions. Worse still, if you are incapacitated. It is a good reason to make provisions ahead of time to pass...
If you’re under 55 and thinking about setting up a self-managed super fund (SMSF) you’re not alone. SMSFs are being established by younger Australians wanting greater control over their super. In March 2014, younger people represented 75% of new SMSF members. Before deciding if an SMSF...
If you’re wondering what’s involved in self managed super and whether it’s a good option for you, here are some things to consider. There’s a lot to consider when it comes to managing a self managed super fund (SMSF). Setting up a compliant fund and managing...
Changes aimed at improving housing affordability have passed through parliament. See what the new rules could mean for you. Government proposals around improving housing affordability in Australia were passed through parliament on 7 December 2017. As part of the changes, first home buyers will be given a...
For many it's more than just issues to do with Superannuation.
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One of the simplest ways to make your retirement savings more efficient and less costly is to get rid of needless multiple super accounts.
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Have you given much thought to the age that you might eventually retire?
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In May 2017, the Government announced that from 1 July 2018 eligible individuals will be able to apply to withdraw voluntary contributions made to super after 1 July 2017 for a first home. The introduction of the First Home Super Saver Scheme (FHSSS) represents an...
He is also an accomplished presenter and educator
Co-authoring the popular investment book, Property vs Shares.