(03) 9020 2905Australia’s obsession with property clearly has more power and passion (and longevity) than Peter Garrett’s opposition to uranium. But is it still the “great Australian dream”? That is so ’60s … Read More ““The great Australian dream of home ownership has become tougher in the past decade, but a house is still one of the best building blocks for financial security. How can your family home be used to grow your wealth”
““Tax time is scary for some, painfully boring for others, and brings the joy of a small financial windfall to many. How should we approach our tax returns?””
Like sex, if you find tax time scary or boring, then you’re not doing it right. A Gen Xer’s life is hectic. For some, it is long working hours and … Read More ““Tax time is scary for some, painfully boring for others, and brings the joy of a small financial windfall to many. How should we approach our tax returns?””
Annuities big comeback?
PORTFOLIO POINT: How can you assure an income stream above the government age pension for life? With an annuity. And they’re back on the agenda. Superannuation annuities became as popular … Read More Annuities big comeback?
Can we afford debt hangover?
A lot of people under 35 will unthinkingly answer the following question in the affirmative. Can you really cure Friday night’s hangover by going out and drinking hard enough on … Read More Can we afford debt hangover?
To hedge or not to hedge
PORTFOLIO POINT: Were you too scared to take off the hedging safety harness last year? There was a big bang reward for those who were unhedged. Unlike most other investment … Read More To hedge or not to hedge
Go ahead, take a risk
PORTFOLIO POINT: It’s time Australians and superannuation regulators understood exactly how long it is they’re going to live and have their super invested accordingly and appropriately. There’s a deep psychological … Read More Go ahead, take a risk
When confusion reigns, there are always ways to benefit
If there was an economic windsock, it would be blowing around in circles. Even if a direction was discernible right now, it would probably be flying the opposite way tomorrow. … Read More When confusion reigns, there are always ways to benefit
Super’s windshift means a change of tack
PORTFOLIO POINT: New rules require new thought processes. Perhaps it’s time you considered gearing strategies as a way of beating legislative changes, battered portfolios and a listless investment horizon. The … Read More Super’s windshift means a change of tack
Nine steps to sidestep budget super sting
PORTFOLIO POINT: Get your skates on. The super cutbacks in the Budget means Australians have just six weeks to make the most of the currently more generous rules. Yes, it’s … Read More Nine steps to sidestep budget super sting
Nine steps to sidestep budget super sting
PORTFOLIO POINT: Get your skates on. The super cutbacks in the Budget means Australians have just six weeks to make the most of the currently more generous rules. Yes, it’s … Read More Nine steps to sidestep budget super sting