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8 common financial mistakes people make
Climbing the career ladder, perhaps buying a home and starting a family – the 30's & 40's are an exciting stage of life.However, the decisions made now can make a big difference to future financial wellbeing, and with so much going on it is understandable, even...
What is your most valuable asset?
Is it a) your house, b) your superannuation, or c) your income?For most people, the answer is c). Without the ability to earn income we don’t have the money to pay the bills and save for the future. Financial security doesn’t just mean accumulating wealth but also...
3 retirement income strategies for you to consider
One of the biggest misconceptions about retirement is that in order to have enough to last the distance, you need to have accumulated a significant amount during your working life.While this is in fact true, it's not the complete story. In addition to your super, you...
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...