Having fun has never been more expensive but you don't have to sacrifice your social life to keep your savings on target. While the cost of most things has increased, the cost of a lot of things associated with having a good time – travel, movie...
Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you will make. Once the inspections are complete and you’re ready to proceed to purchase, it’s recommended to contact your broker or lender. The next step depends on whether the property is being sold at...
Work out how long your super or account-based pension will last There are many variables that come into play when calculating how long your super or account-based pension will last in retirement, and it can be challenging to figure it out alone. If you’ve transferred your super...
Crypto-assets (crypto) include assets described as coins, tokens or sometimes cryptocurrencies. They digitally represent your ownership of a valuable thing or rights to something. They may or may not be backed by physical assets. Crypto is a high-risk investment. The value of crypto is very volatile,...
Australia’s healthcare system often leaves people grappling with unexpected costs when dealing with severe illness or injury. The cost of care can quickly escalate, and many Australians may find themselves facing significant out-of-pocket expenses. A recent report from Zurich highlights the high costs associated with healthcare...
Rising levels of debt and finding ways to manage it is a concern for many of our clients. For some, it’s aiming to improve their credit score when applying for a mortgage or government home ownership scheme. For others, it's being able to cover rising...
We all want the very best for our kids and as much as we would like to shield them from the difficult aspects of life, sadly we can’t keep them from facing challenges along the way – both big and small. The term ‘helicopter’ parenting has...
You can’t stop the clock, so the saying goes, but humanity has spent a long time trying to slow down or even reverse the effects of aging. Even today it can be hard to distinguish those measures that work from those that may not work and...
Why you need sale contract conditions If you’re borrowing to buy a home, you’re putting yourself at risk if you don't specify "subject to finance and valuation" in the contract. Don’t be forced into a purchase or lose your hard-saved deposit because you didn’t understand these...
Most people intend to retire between ages 65 and 66, according to the latest data and, surprisingly, despite growing superannuation balances, the Age Pension is the main source of income for many retirees. The intended retirement age has increased significantly in the last two decades, from...
He is also an accomplished presenter and educator
Co-authoring the popular investment book, Property vs Shares.