For most Australians, their 60s is the decade that marks retirement. For some this means a graceful slide into a fulfilling life of leisure, enjoying the fruits of a lifetime... read more →
Anyone applying for a home loan these days will find that there are more hurdles to jump than has recently been the case. So why is it harder to get... read more →
At first glance it seems like a strange thing to do: rent out a property that you own while paying rent to live in somebody else’s place. Yet this phenomenon... read more →
If you are over 50, male, highly educated, financially literate and manage your own super, beware. You’re at a higher risk of being the target (and victim) of organised investment... read more →
Home ownership continues to be our Great Dream, yet according to Domain.com.au, many of us are investing in bricks and mortar much later in life. So, what does it take... read more →
Concentration risk. No, it’s nothing to do with thinking too hard about something. In fact, it’s more likely to be a result of not paying enough attention. Concentration risk is... read more →
The 2017 superannuation changes provide new opportunities for you to finance the cost of your life insurance needs. The 10 percent rule is history! This rule prevented employees making additional... read more →
Rental properties often need upkeep and sometimes, more significant repairs. However, in the eyes of the Australian Taxation Office, not all types of expenditure are equal! For taxation purposes, there... read more →
Share market losses cause many people to wonder where all the money goes during downturns or crashes. This short article explains the difference between a paper loss and a real... read more →
Imagine you were starting your career all over again. You have your whole working life in front of you. How would you set up your financial affairs? The superannuation system... read more →