(03) 9020 2905PORTFOLIO POINT: Watch out, Canberra. The army is growing. Annoy them at your peril in this election year. With due deference to Paul Hogan (who was talking about knives in … Read More I’m a SMSF trustee. And I vote
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Should your generation be spending money on private health insurance? Why or why not?
The question ain’t fair! I’m a financial adviser. How can I possibly say “no”? And I wouldn’t say no. But I will say, emphatically, the government is making it really … Read More Should your generation be spending money on private health insurance? Why or why not?
The mechanics of DIY gearing
PORTFOLIO POINT: Debt, as an investment tool, is staging a comeback. Here’s how trustees prepared to up the risk can potentially rebuild battered SMSF balances. Debt is roaring back onto … Read More The mechanics of DIY gearing
What are the key positives and negatives of starting your own business?
A self-employed friend once said via Facebook, “everyone should start a business in their lifetime”. I couldn’t disagree more. I understood his point – when things are clicking, the feeling … Read More What are the key positives and negatives of starting your own business?
Growth or income? It’s a taxing issue
PORTFOLIO POINT: Are you targeting income or growth? And why? Here’s how tax impacts that choice in the longer term for SMSFs. The market’s on the move. It has been … Read More Growth or income? It’s a taxing issue
How can couples stay financially happy ever after?
Cue Louis Armstrong: “You like to-may-to. I like to-mah-to. Let’s call the whole thing off.” Yup, there is only one way. And I think, deep down, y’all know what it … Read More How can couples stay financially happy ever after?
Catch a falling knife? Or a shooting star? Investment rules for 2013
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Online shopping is booming, but what are the risks of buying financial products online?
Little known fact: I was the first ever victim of internet credit card fraud in Australia! Okay, not the first. But it was last century, which made it pretty early … Read More Online shopping is booming, but what are the risks of buying financial products online?
Paying your dumb debts first can save you thousands
I’m feeling an arctic breeze blowing through my world, but I can’t hear the “Happy Feet” tapping of penguins. I’m feeling a little vulnerable, a little skittish. Actually, I’m feeling … Read More Paying your dumb debts first can save you thousands
Inside Labor’s super wealth tax plans
PORTFOLIO POINT: Labor is planning a major tax slug for super members who are a little above average. If you’ve got $1 million in super, you must read this. I … Read More Inside Labor’s super wealth tax plans