As so many of you are already aware, income protection premiums have risen significantly in recent years. The number and longevity of claims has been swollen by issues related to…
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The possibility of rising inflation usually forces central banks to raise interest rates to dampen demand. Currently, very low interest rates have been designed to retain confidence in the face…
Since 2004 the Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia (ASFA) has maintained a record of retirement living standards. It is regarded as a very good benchmark for assessing the appropriate…
ASIC has issued a warning for SMSFs investing in crypto-assets, after noticing an increase in marketing recommending Australians switch from retail and industry superannuation funds to self-managed superannuation funds (SMSFs)…
Recently the Government passed laws that confirm and implement a number of superannuation proposals with effect from 1 July 2022, i.e. next financial year. These changes make superannuation more accessible…
We all know and agree that tax is important. It pays for our politicians, so is generally money well spent. However, while our politicians spend it, most of us pay…
A recent article in a leading Australian financial newspaper highlighted the confusion between gambling and investing. An investors club, primarily aimed at educating women in the practical art of investing,…
The chart above highlights the immense benefits of modern medicine and abundance of food and shelter in Australia. In the 2021 Intergenerational Report, Treasury has estimated the likely increase in…
Over the years many of you have been referred to our firm by friends who will tell you that we are an independent firm. One thing is for certain though,…
The amount that can be contributed on a member’s behalf, whether personally or by an employer, has increased from $25,000 per annum to $27,500 per annum. We have noticed some…
