Geopolitical risks for the economy and investments
The world has always been challenged by the dynamics of geopolitics. The nature and magnitude of associated conflicts may transition…
Strategic Financial Advice Archive
Economic Update
The Australian dollar clawed back all of its lost ground from March. The currency gained 7.0% against the US dollar,…
What signposts can we watch to be confident shares have bottomed?
What should investors look for in terms of when we can expect a bottom or be at least somewhat confident…
The Coronavirus pandemic and the economy: A Q&A from an investment perspective
This note provides a simple Q&A for most of the main issues from an economic and investment perspective. To the…
The increasing spread of the Coronavirus: updated economic and investment market implications
The past week has seen a renewed escalation in concern that the coronavirus outbreak (Covid-19) has become or is becoming…
Will I Pay Capital Gains Tax On My Inheritance?
In Australia, special capital gains tax rules apply when dealing with assets of a deceased estate.
Time To Consider Green Investing?
In the wake of recent ferocious bushfires, the climate change debate has climbed the news agenda, with many Australians now…
How To Review Your SMSF Investment Strategy
Super law sets out some requirements that trustees of regulated super funds need to consider when formulating an investment strategy.
How To Overcome A Financial Setback
When considering the financial position they’ve achieved in retirement, many Australian retirees share the same opinion: “I wish I’d saved…
Super Guarantee And Salary Sacrificing: The Changes That May Benefit You
From 1 January 2020, the law generally requires an employer to contribute 9.5% of an employee’s ordinary time earnings (OTE)…
Making Sense Of Medicare And Your Tax Obligations
To help pay for the public health system which we call Medicare, you’re required to pay a 2 percent Medicare…
Is One Million Dollars Enough To Retire On?
Well, it depends. If you’re happy to spend less, then it may be enough.
