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Read MoreCan you add to a retirement pension?
“I’ve heard that once I start drawing my pension, I can’t add further funds to it. Is this true?” It’s a common misconception that you can’t boost your income stream after you start receiving a pension. While pension accounts don’t directly accept additional contri- butions, there are strategies to “refresh” your pension. For example, you…
Read MoreWhat to do with funds from the sale of the home while looking for a new home
“I recently sold my home and have received a lump sum. I’m planning to buy another home very soon, but don’t need the funds in the meantime. Should I invest these funds alongside my other investments?” If your intention is to buy a new home in the near future, locking your funds into long-term investments…
Read MoreSelf 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 MoreYour Super – who to nominate as your beneficiary?
Nominating your super beneficiary is something you have most likely been asked to do if you have asuperannuation fund.But, super fund trustees can only pay your super death benefit to eligible dependants1 or to your legal personal representative (LPR) who is generally the executor of your Will. If you haven’t elected a valid beneficiary the…
Read MoreMarket Volatility – June 2022
Falling stock and bond markets, along with the rising volatility which has gripped global markets since the start of the year, has intensified in recent days. Last week’s announcement of annual US inflation of 8.6%, the highest in 40 years, was the primary cause.Energy, food, and services have all contributed to the rise in US…
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