Market volatility during COVID-19
Market volatility refers to extreme price movements over a given period. These movements may occur in a particular area, such…
Strategic Financial Advice Archive
Economic and market commentary
Investors remained focused on rising inflation and the possibility of policy settings being tightened worldwide.
Downsizing your home? Understanding the downsizer contribution
Downsizing the family home is often part of the longer-term financial plans for many older Australians. But did you know…
Retirement Realities: Five Tips for Rebuilding a Super Future
Australians will need to rebuild their superannuation and retirement savings, after withdrawing more than $36 billion in early super release…
Adding more to your retirement savings: is it worth it?
There’s no denying that being proactive with your super may be key to increasing your retirement savings. As an investment…
The 101’s of Self Managed Super Funds: some basics and benefits explained
In the right hands, a self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF) can be a beneficial way to build wealth for retirement. Whilst…
How much do I need in my emergency fund?
In these uncertain times, it pays to have money set aside to give you peace of mind that if your…
Economic update and market commentary
The Covid situation took a turn for the worse, as spiralling infections saw new lockdowns introduced in Australia. The government…
A family affair: Children, super contributions and SMSFs
The potential increase in members from four to six a in self-managed fund has led to many to consider about…
Good news – Super contribution caps to rise
On 1 July 2021, both the concessional and non-concessional superannuation contribution limits, also known as ‘super contribution caps’, will rise.…
Learning the lessons of 2020: An extraordinary year
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit Australia in March 2020 it brought immediate and severe financial gloom. Shares plunged 37% and…
Why insurance is important: real benefits for you and your family
Insurance plays a central role in providing financial security for you and your family when it’s needed most. You insure…
