Building wealth beyond home ownership
First home buyers have been dealt a tough hand, but it's important to remember there are opportunities to grow wealth beyond bricks and mortar.
5 steps to keep your eyes on the prize
It'd be easy to get weighed down by the barrage of unsettling news at present. Inflation, Euro debt woes, recession - you can take your pick of predictions. But my greatest fear is not that the global economy will plummet into a complete meltdown.
October is Cyber Security Awareness month
The Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) has declared October to be Cyber Security Awareness month. It's good timing as the massive Optus data breach has put the issue of hacking firmly in the spotlight.
Where investors can earn low-tax income
In these days of high inflation and low wages growth, investments can be a valuable source of additional income though some returns are more tax-friendly than others.
Super is a sure thing
While super may seem confusing and ever-changing, it is a sure thing to help us enjoy a better lifestyle in retirement.
A long term view can be an investor's best asset
What a rollercoaster ride 2022 is dishing up! As we head into spring, it's worth a quick round-up of a year that to date, has delivered more than a few surprises.
How to buy into some of the world's biggest companies
Apple, Amazon, even Berkshire Hathaway - it is possible to get a slice of the corporate action without breaking the bank.
How have investors fared through COVID?
As we've learned over the last few years, pandemics can radically change human behaviour. From hoarding toilet paper to wearing face masks, we've taken steps that would have been unthinkable prior to 2020. The way we invested also changed.
Dividends power long term returns
Shares have had a rough year so far but investors with a long term outlook will know this can mean buying opportunities.
50-year home loans - not the solution to housing affordability
As mortgage terms grow longer, homebuyers need to be aware of the added cost.
How to talk to kids about investing
Learning about money is a lifelong journey. And for our children, those lessons can't come too early.
What should I expect from my investments?
The old saying 'investigate before you invest' is not a bad maxim to follow. Research shows people often hold unrealistic expectations of their investments.
Investing when you don't know what your goal is
For some of us, investing is a means to a clear end. For others, the end game can be a little fuzzy. But the basics of how to invest are still much the same.
Changes to super from 1 July 2022
It's a new financial year, and that means exciting changes for our superannuation.
Average first home deposit hits $120,000 - how to get there
The average home deposit has reached new highs, and not surprisingly, many first home buyers are struggling to come up with the cash.
When should I add money to my investments?
Not surprisingly, one question I'm often asked is "When should I add money to my investments?".
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