The 2022 – 2023 Federal Budget: What it means for you
This year’s Federal Budget covers a range of measures aiming to reduce the pressure from increased costs of living and …
The escalation in Ukraine tensions – implications for investors
Key Points Ukraine tensions have escalated with Russia ordering troops into Ukraine regions already occupied by Russian separatists. Share markets …
What is equity and how can I use it to invest?
Whether you’re looking to invest in property, renovate or pay off something big, borrowing against the equity in your home …
Should you use property to fund your retirement?
Superannuation, shares, property, cash, other investments; a dizzying number of options are available when it comes to living comfortably through …
How does your pension live on after you die?
Account-based pensions offer a flexible and tax-effective method of drawing a regular income stream from superannuation. They are an essential …
Granny flat arrangements within the context of the gifting rules
Retirees wanting to downsize their home may consider the option of living in a granny flat, or an extension to …
Economic Update
Introduction Investors continued to focus on rampant inflation and, in turn, potential changes in monetary policy settings. By the end …
Do you value your assets more than yourself?
Value is a funny thing. One person’s trash can be another person’s treasure, as the old saying goes. The value …
Constructing a retirement portfolio in a low return world
Portfolio construction is a much-used term that can be misunderstood. Fundamentally, the term portfolio construction refers to the process of …
5 money mistakes to avoid if you’re going guarantor
If you have a family member who wants to get into the market sooner than that, you may have discussed …