Asian Economies (1960 – 2020)

December 12, 2021

 

While there is a very rapid escalation with watching and monitoring the economies of Asia, especially China, it is always interesting to look back over time, in this case 60 years, to see how they have evolved. Doing so adds great perspective.

 

Rising life expectancies and retirement

December 9, 2021

Average life expectancies in Australia are now at a record high, and while that's a positive, longevity can also come with potential financial risks such as outliving your retirement savings. So what can you do to ensure you have the best chance of experiencing a financially secure retirement?

December – State and Federal COVID-19 support update

December 7, 2021

 

The following links are to the latest state and federal government plans, schemes, programs, and initiatives to help businesses and individuals manage the impact of yet more COVID-19 restrictions.

 

Our 2021 Advent Calendar.

December 5, 2021

Come back each day and click on the next date for another inspirational quote or poem from some of the greatest writers and poets.

The dos and dont’s of revenge spending

November 30, 2021

After months in lockdowns and living under tight restrictions, many Australians have gone on a “revenge spending” spree. But before you go out and buy buy buy, do a financial stocktake to see if those purchases are viable and that your emotions aren't ruling your reality.

World’s most productive countries

November 24, 2021

 

The following animated chart covers the period from 1950 to 2017. It is fascinating to see how the world changes over time.

 

Three behavioural factors that can affect retirement spending

November 21, 2021

Retirees work hard to build up their nest egg but many are hesitant to spend it when the time comes. Here are three behavioural factors that affect retirement spending and how you can overcome them to ensure you make the most of your later years.

Planning your financial legacy

November 15, 2021

Beyond accumulating wealth over time, planning your financial legacy is one of the most important aspects of estate planning. With the greatest family wealth transfer set to occur in the next 20 to 30 years, here are a few things investors should consider when planning.

ASIC releases new guidance on crypto investment products

November 12, 2021

ASIC has released new regulatory guidance for product issuers and market operators on how they can meet their regulatory obligations in relation to crypto-asset exchange traded products (ETPs) and other investment products.