(03) 9020 2905As inscribed on the cover of The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, “DON’T PANIC!” I know superannuation seems a bit scary, perhaps pointless. But it’s compulsory and you’ll notice it’s … Read More Superannuation statements will soon start arriving in letterboxes. What things should you look for in them?
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It’s an Olympian effort but you need to check your super fund
The Olympics is an interesting armchair spectator sport in a philosophical sense. Every four years, for two weeks, we all become experts in sports we know absolutely nothing about. “Oooh, … Read More It’s an Olympian effort but you need to check your super fund
Regrets, we’ve all had a few… What has been your biggest regret when it comes to investments?
JUST one? I could write a book. Well, a chapter. They’ve all been learning experiences, so I don’t know how much “regret” there really is. Investments that don’t wipe you … Read More Regrets, we’ve all had a few… What has been your biggest regret when it comes to investments?
Are you good enough to run your SMSF?
PORTFOLIO POINT: How good/bad was your performance as SMSF investment manager last year? The number to beat was 3.35%. Maybe, just maybe, if the Australian market hadn’t crapped out in … Read More Are you good enough to run your SMSF?
Frazzled investors awaiting share “sign” get a big clue
Sometimes you just get “a sign”. And you just know IT is about to happen. There’s that vacant stare from a two-year-old that means: “I’m filling my nappy”. There’s that … Read More Frazzled investors awaiting share “sign” get a big clue
Doomsayers are getting louder as global financial markets struggle. What are your predictions?
In the next 12 months, a Brazilian transexual will win Eurovision, Tanzania’s swim team will scoop the pool in London, I will make the next Who magazine’s “sexiest people” list … Read More Doomsayers are getting louder as global financial markets struggle. What are your predictions?
What are some of the biggest mistakes people make when it comes to paying off their debts?
Not all debt is the devil. There are actually three kinds of debt: “dumb”; “okay”; and “great” debt. To categorise them, you need to ask two questions. One: Will the … Read More What are some of the biggest mistakes people make when it comes to paying off their debts?
Risk reduction takes hold
PORTFOLIO POINT: The primary investment driver of SMSF trustees has changed. Has it taken hold of you? Some shifts in direction are subtle, like a cruise liner slowly changing its … Read More Risk reduction takes hold
Guarding super’s panic button
PORTFOLIO POINT: Super investment risk is ultimately in your control. Do you have a finger on the panic button? Using extreme examples to try to prove a point rarely does … Read More Guarding super’s panic button
How to fund kids’ education
January is a pretty good time to be alive in Australia. The sun’s out. The tennis is on. We’re annihilating India by complete innings. Driving to work’s a breeze. Beer … Read More How to fund kids’ education