Apparently, among richer nations, Aussies households are among the most in debt. Research from LF Economics, using official data, shows that Australian household debt has risen to 123% of the nation’s economic output, pushing both Denmark and Switzerland into second...
Recent years have seen a rush of investors buying property through super. But while the strategy has its advantages, there are also some potential risks to be aware of. The pitfalls While property has been a good performer in recent years, property investing still...
On 27 September 2016 the Government released another round of draft legislation implementing a number of the changes to superannuation it announced in the 2016 Federal Budget. Many of these changes will apply from 1 July 2017 so it might be sensible to for you to...
Choosing how you age is not just about accommodation for you or your family. There are also a range of financial and emotional issues to plan for. The quality of today’s health care means we are enjoying longer lives, with current life expectancy levels far exceeding...
With private school fees rising each year, it pays to start saving early. Most parents believe a good education is an investment in their child’s future. But with the total cost of a private-school education approaching up to $500,000, finding a way to fund that...
Tracking where your money actually goes can make revealing reading. ASIC’s 2012 consumer-spending figures show the average household spends $69,000 a year: Australians splash $78.4 billion a year on their cars, compared to just $2.2 billion on public transport; almost...
Treasurer Scott Morrison has handed down his first Federal Budget - the Coalition Government’s third. The winners are low and middle income earners, unemployed youth and small business, and there are significant changes to superannuation. Note: These changes are...
Australians have long been attracted to property as an investment. But we also tend to have a blind spot when it comes to the costs of owning it. Property holds a special place in the hearts and minds of Australians. But do we let our love for property cloud its...
Despite much talk, the Federal Government announced over the weekend they won't be making any changes to negative gearing in the upcoming budget. The news of course, was met with familiar cries that the tax concession distorts property prices and encourages...
As you've probably noticed, markets have been a little choppy of late! You may be wondering what it's all about. Hopefully, this will give you a basic insight into what's been going on! The primary influences for the recent market falls are: The Chinese currency...
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