Many people become concerned later in their working lives that their superannuation savings may not be enough to give them the retirement lifestyle they had hoped for. If you think you may have left your super run a little late, consider these catch-up strategies. Salary sacrifice into super Where your employer allows it, you […]
Dr Shane Oliver comments on the key changes in the Coalition Government. The policies of the new Government if implemented are likely to lead to smaller government, less regulation and over time improved productivity and economic growth. Expect a mini-budget around November that may contain more aggressive budget savings. The historical experience combined with […]
Home ownership is the Australian dream, but we also have a lot of other big dreams… overseas holidays, buying a boat or sending the kids to a great private school. So how do you decide whether you should pay off your mortgage faster or invest it for your big dreams? The debate on paying […]
The ‘bronzed Aussie’ is a cultural cornerstone. We’ve long associated the icon with all that’s Australian; the outdoors, the beach and an active lifestyle. So it’s no surprise that, despite medical research and mortality statistics that suggest otherwise, 50% of Australians still believe a tan is healthy. Glowing – with good health? Tanning is […]
Are you about to inherit a small fortune? Have you been awarded a sizeable compensation payment or had a serious lottery win? Or maybe you are expecting a retrenchment package? If so, you need to think carefully before you decide what to do with your new found ‘wealth’. Certainly you should consider paying off […]