A balancing act Billed as a Budget for families with a focus on relieving short-term cost of living pressures, Treasurer Josh Frydenberg’s fourth Budget also has one eye firmly on the federal election in May. At the same time, the government is relying on rising...
With the property market hitting all-time highs in 2021, interest in investing in direct property through your SMSF has never been higher. In the September 2021 quarter, Australia’s SMSFs had almost $88 billion invested in non-residential real property, with...
As the nation drifts back to work and study after the summer break, it’s often a time to start putting your New Year’s resolutions into practice. For some, an extended holiday may have convinced you that you are ready for more of the good life and that it’s time to...
After a difficult year of COVID disruptions and uncertainty, the summer holidays can’t come quickly enough. It’s a chance to refresh and reflect on the year that was and hopefully set some goals for year ahead. Yet this year more than most, many of us may feel that...
Once you’ve built up a retirement nest egg, it can seem like a lot of money. You might be tempted to take at least some of your superannuation as a lump sum and treat yourself to something. But remember, with life expectancies on the increase, your money is likely to...
A successful retirement means different things to different people. Whatever your definition of retirement success, one thing is sure – no one wants their golden years pressured by financial concerns. A bit of careful planning can eliminate the worry of not having...
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