Blog Articles
The foundations of successful investing
Establishing an investment portfolio can be likened to building a home.The most destructive, yet unpredictable predator to the structure of a home is the weather. Even in these most technically advanced days, we are still unable to accurately predict the weather. And...
How to build wealth in your 30’s
To all the thirty-somethings out there, now’s your time to shine! These are the years that will shape the rest of your life.If you’re looking for a bright future—that’s not held back by financial worry—here’s some simple tips to start building wealth now so you can...
Planning essentials for a comfortable retirement
As we approach and enter retirement, it's important to ensure our investment strategy is appropriate for our time of life.Our circumstances change over time – even in retirement. For instance your home may need a new roof, or one of your children may fall ill and need...
Simple money mistakes – and how to fix them!
The world is constantly dangling temptations before our eyes, and it’s never been easier to buy stuff, even if we don’t have the money.The upshot is that we are all susceptible to making some basic financial errors. Individually, these mistakes can be small. Added...
5 ways to grow your super
Superannuation is the largest financial asset many Australians have after the family home.That said, there can be a large gap between how much people think they’ll need for an enjoyable retirement compared to what they may truly need. Think of it as perception versus...
Super Boring? Doesn’t have to be!
Superannuation is for the oldies, right?In some ways that’s true, but even in your twenties there are good reasons to take a bit more interest in your super. The average 25-year-old has around $10,000 in super, but the decisions you make now, even with relatively...
6 financial moves to make in your 50s and 60s
Once you hit your 50s and 60s, retirement is no longer something happening far off into the future. In fact, it’s at your doorstep. Now is the time to really figure out where you stand financially, reassess your long-term goals, and focus on planning your future. ...
How much do I need to start investing?
Far from being the realm of the rich, building an investment portfolio is something that most people can do. It can start as a simple savings plan – a few dollars in the bank – before expanding into a diversified portfolio containing a range of asset classes. ...
What happens if I can’t pay my Mortgage?
As the old saying goes, there are two things you can count on in life: death and taxes. Life insurance is all about planning for the former (even if it’s not really pleasant to think about). The most common kind of life insurance you'll come across is known as 'term...