Posts by Gerard Haskew
Self Employed – Are Super contributions Necessary?
I’m self-employed. What’s the best way to save for retirement when I don’t have my employer making super contributions like many others do? As a self-employed individual, you’re responsible for building your own retirement savings, which means planning carefully to ensure your future income is secure. You should aim to make contributions to super on…
Read MoreSEIZING OPPORTUNITIES
How Advisers Can Guide Clients Through the 2025 Australian Commercial Property Landscape 1. Introduction: The Evolving Commercial Property Market The Australian commercial property market is undergo- ing a critical transition. After several years of uncertainty due to fluctuating interest rates, evolving work habits, and economic headwinds, 2025 presents new opportunities for investors, business owners, and…
Read MoreUnlocking the Power of SMSFs
A Family’s Guide to Superannuation Control and Flexibility Navigating the world of superannuation can often feel like charting unknown waters, especially for families looking to make informed financial decisions. Self-managed super funds (SMSFs) offer a unique opportunity for those seeking superannuation control and flexibility, allowing families to pool their resources and tailor investment choices to…
Read MoreThe Evolution of Retirement Planning
This article will explore the key changes in superannuation thresholds, delve into the complexities of investment risk in superannuation, and examine emerging retirement income strategies.
Read MoreAustralian Home Prices Turning Back Up Again
Roughly speaking the 0.25% rate cut when passed on to variable mortgage rates will add about $9000 to how much a buyer on average earnings can borrow which along with three further rate cuts into early next year will drive a significant increase in the capacity of buyers to pay for a property. Home…
Read MoreSuper Contribution Changes
1 July 2022 and superannuation contribution changes Several key super changes which may impact your ability to contribute to your SMSF, are set to take effect from 1 July 2022. These changes create opportunities for all SMSF members, young and old, to grow their retirement savings. What are the changes? Originally announced in the 2021…
Read MoreInflation: what does it mean for me and my money?
Inflation is a hot topic at the moment. But what exactly is it, and how does it affect you and your money?Inflation is making news daily through wage inflation, energy inflation, food inflation, fuel inflation… and not just in Australia, but in many other countries too. In simple terms, inflation means that the prices of…
Read MoreTax tips and tax return checklist 2020/21
To help you complete your tax return, especially if you’ve been working from home , thischecklist outlines income and expenses you need to disclose to the Australian Taxation Office(ATO) when lodging your return. We’ve also provided an overview of the types of tax off sets anddeductions you may be entitled to claim plus other handy…
Read MoreHow will the Federal Budget affect you?
During this year’s Federal Budget announcement Treasurer Josh Frydenberg stated“Australia is back!”. The Budget proposes positive changes to superannuation, an extensionof the low and middle income tax offsets and a boost to aged care services. SummaryWe’ve summarised some of the key points from the Budget below but, remember, these are subject tothe passing of legislation:•…
Read MoreFederal Budget 2021-2022 – What it means for you
If you want to know more about how these changes may affect you please get in contact.
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