Author: Tom Haigh
Financial Planning, Superannuation
The Pros and Cons of an SMSF
SMSFs are becoming increasingly popular among Australians. According to the ATO, the number of SMSFs increased by approximately 6% every year between 2012 and 2016. However, not everyone will necessarily benefit from an SMSF. While an SMSF can assist you in growing your retirement nest egg, so can a regular super fund. An SMSF gives […]
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2022 Federal Election Financial Update
Financial Planning Opportunities and Changes So we have a new government. The new Australian Government means new policies in a number of areas including some financial policy changes that may be relevant to you. They have also announced support for some of the policies proposed by the previous Government. In this article, we will cover […]
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4 Effective Ways to Maximise Your Age Pension for Retirement
Retirement is an important goal for many people but financial security in retirement can be a worry. This is where the age pension can help Australian retirees to fund their golden years. Two million seniors rely on the Age Pension for retirement income, according to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare. The pension […]
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Preparing for Retirement During Uncertain Times
There’s no doubt that the past 4 months have been very volatile, and this uncertainty can cause some financial panic and distress to many – particularly those nearing retirement. Many Australians have experienced financial changes in their life and this can make it difficult to understand whether you will have enough for retirement. If the […]
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What Can You Do With Your Superannuation When You Retire?
As you spend a considerable part of your working life trying to save money for your retirement, it’s only right that you also prepare for what you’re going to do with the money you save when you retire. The retirement and superannuation system in Australia has two major phases: The accumulation phase when you work […]
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One-Size-Fits-All Doesn’t Work for your Financial Plan
When it comes to financial planning, personalisation is the most important aspect. From your lifestyle to your cash flow to your goals, you need to choose strategies and plans that work for you and your family. Many people think that the same financial strategies work for everyone, but, that most definitely isn’t the case. At […]
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