The principles behind smart borrowing to invest

The principles behind smart borrowing to invest

Australians are living longer and experiencing higher house-to-wage ratios. It makes good sense to consider how you can achieve a comfortable long term future. What makes a smart investor? A webinar on borrowing to invest brought together financial advice commentator...
How to find your lost super

How to find your lost super

There are over six million lost and Australian Taxation Office (ATO) super accounts with a total value of $16 billion1  – a share of this could be yours. Don’t miss out on super you’ve earned! How does super become lost or unclaimed in the first place? In the past,...
EOFY for property investors

EOFY for property investors

As the end of financial year fast approaches, here are three main factors to keep in mind. By being prepared, particularly with your admin, having an awareness of what you can claim and considering any capital losses or gains, you will be well positioned to make the...
Star ratings for Aged Care help make family choices easier

Star ratings for Aged Care help make family choices easier

Moving into aged care can be a challenging time, both for those making the move and families supporting their loved ones. It’s understandable that everyone wants to find the most suitable accommodation and the appropriate standard of care, however, it can be...
A fragile and volatile world

A fragile and volatile world

“Beware the Ides of March” Global share markets opened the new year with mild optimism that inflation and interest rate risks were becoming more manageable and economic activity was improving. However, a sequence of financial shocks in March – the sudden US bank...
Understanding your retirement income

Understanding your retirement income

It is important to understand where this income will come from, how long it will last, and whether your retirement investments are on track, or whether some adjustments need to be made to get you there. Work out how long your super or account-based pension will last...