Why it pays to contribute to your partner’s super
If your other half is a stay-at-home parent, working part-time or out of work, adding to their super could benefit you both financially. If your spouse (husband, wife, de facto…
New legislation aims to benefit first home buyers and downsizers
Changes aimed at improving housing affordability have passed through parliament. See what the new rules could mean for you. Government proposals around improving housing affordability in Australia were passed through…
Franking credit policy to dent retirement savings by 15 per cent
Data analysis based on a 20-year time frame indicates that Labor’s franking credit proposal could reduce retirement savings by 15 per cent for SMSFs with an average balance.
How to manage volatility in a low return world
Responding to changing market conditions while keeping abreast of a strategy is a delicate balance. However, it’s an important skill to develop if you wish to successfully invest using a…
How much we will spend this Christmas!
Aussies are expected to spend big this Christmas, with the NSW and ACT as the biggest splurgers. The Commonwealth Bank’s Christmas Consumer Spending Survey has found that Australians will spend a hefty…
Is your insurance overdue?
If your policy lapses, you may face more challenges than being unable to claim when you need to. If you let your insurance lapse, you may be in for a…
Super investment options – What’s right for you?
Choosing the right super investment options at the right time could make a difference to how much money you have when you retire. When it comes to your superannuation, the…
When to charge your kids board
I recently came across a news story about a hapless New York couple, who have taken their 30-year old son to court in a last ditch effort to get him…
