Self-managed super fund pitfalls
With the end of the financial year not far away, the ATO is keeping an eye on SMSFs. Here are some tips to stay out of trouble.
Your pay packet probably won't beat inflation - but your portfolio can
There is a way to beat the cost of living crunch, and it doesn't have to mean working multiple jobs. Your choice of investments can see your income outpace inflation.
Will rate cuts push up share values?
For many economists it's a question of 'when' not 'if' interest rates start to fall. But how can investors prepare?
Five themes for investors to watch this year
Each year brings its own set of challenges and opportunities. Here's what I'll be keeping an eye on in 2024, though it won't necessarily change my investment strategy.
Paul Clitheroe's Making Money: Are you overexposed to cash?
Australians may be facing a cost-of-living crunch but that hasn't stopped plenty of people funnelling big sums into savings accounts. Is that wise? Here's what to consider.
Do I need an investing goal in 2024?
How to ensure your 'new year, new you' money goals don't wither on the vine.
Paul Clitheroe's Making Money: Managing your own intergenerational wealth transfer
Give away your money now or wait until you have passed away? There are plenty of decisions to be made around transferring our wealth as we age.
Paul Clitheroe's Making Money
5.6 million Aussies to pocket an insurance refund, $400 million in unclaimed COVID flight credits, and ATO says to take it slow at tax time.
ETFs skyrocket in popularity
A new ASX report lifts the lid on where Australians invest, which asset class is soaring in popularity, and who high-value investors turn to for advice.
International shares - worth a look for your SMSF
Too risky? Too volatile? Too hard? Let's debunk a few myths about global shares and see why they can deserve a place in your self-managed super fund.
One in four homes purchased with cash
In finance news this month: One in four homes purchased with cash, major bank cops $3.55m fine for spamming, and small businesses given tax amnesty.
Paul Clitheroe: Collectibles, scams & the ATO on capital gains
The breaking news this month: ATO shines a spotlight on capital gains, new banking platform stops scammers in their tracks, and the collectible that's delivered 373% returns.
The secret to a confident retirement - and the cost of pausing investment contributions
One simple step could see you embrace retirement with renewed enthusiasm.
Good news for super and first home buyers
Despite a shock rise in interest rates, we've seen some positive news on the financial front lately.
How Paul Clitheroe is investing for his grandchildren
Paul Clitheroe's grandchildren are one, two and three years old but as Paul knows, it's never too early to start investing for their future - whatever it holds.
8 out of 10 say the self-employed should be forced to pay super
The breaking news this month: Should the self-employed be forced to pay super? Aussie homes little better than 'tin sheds' for energy efficiency, and over one in four are clueless about term deposits.
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