Geared share funds are high risk and high reward. When share markets are doing well, the returns can be very high, but the opposite is also true. We look at…
Megatrends are long-term structural changes that affect the world we live in. Importantly, they shape communities but they also create investment opportunities and risks. Learnings from historical megatrends include: 1)…
For many investors, the promise of ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) investing has been evasive. Confusion around what “ESG Investing” actually is has led to many investors becoming disillusioned with…
How do you find the sweet spot between using your retirement savings to enjoy a comfortable standard of living, and investing so you won’t run out of money in the…
There are many benefits to receiving an Age Pension or even a part pension, but there are limits to what level of income or assets you can have, to be…
There are no prescribed steps for winding up an SMSF, however there are a number of specific requirements that must be satisfied. Overview There are a number of reasons why…
The average Australian property investor could lose money in their first year, with those in the nation’s two largest capitals likely to be more than $23,000 out of pocket in…
Did you know you can have insurance cover in your super fund? If you have super, you might also have some automatic insurance cover. It’s called insurance in super and…
Watching your ageing or frail parents or loved ones struggle with some of life’s basic activities such as cooking, cleaning or caring for themselves can be difficult – and yet…
Whether you’re starting work for the first time or you’re changing jobs, there are key things to know and do. When negotiating pay for the role, pay close attention to…
