Bonds are one of the four major assets classes, but they’re probably the least understood. Here’s why they’re an important part of many portfolios. What are bonds? Bonds are essentially loan arrangements that governments and large companies use to raise money. These...
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...
1. Never learning to budget. Every dollar earned does not need to be spent. Have a financial plan and rigorously stick to it. Budgeting also means having a regular saving plan in place. Buying a new car and thinking it’s the most important thing in your...
I read a recent article about why so many people feel they cant afford to save money and thought I would share some of the insights. It seems that for some, saving money could feel like losing money. It feels like they seem to just be putting money somewhere, never...
Ok, I can hear you groaning, and it's hardly a light bulb moment, but have you really thought about it? Really, really tried to spend less? Unless you're all over your budget and manage it well, it's hardly likely. So before you get overwhelmed, throw your hands in...
At Wealth Planning Partners, we often hear people say "I'll come and see you when I've got money." It's a bit of a cliche, but unless you win lotto, that's not going to happen. We're the ones who help you plan... and keep you accountable! We also realise that...
A lot of our daily client queries are based around superannuation. It’s a tricky area for many clients to wrap their heads around with lots of rules, regulations, risks and opportunities. Here's some facts below, followed by a key hint on how you can best navigate...
On 1 July 2014 the cap limits for superannuation contributions were increased, allowing you to contribute more into superannuation before penalties are applied. Concessional contribution caps apply to employers' compulsory super guarantee contributions, voluntary...
What’s your biggest financial challenge? We all have an area of our finances that we know could do with some attention but let’s face it – most of us would rather think about something else. The problem is that by doing that, we’re costing ourselves money – and more...
Lots of clients are now very interested in the option of borrowing through their Self-Managed Superannuation Fund. An option that has come under the spotlight for the Financial System Inquiry. Here’s a checklist to ensure you comply,
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