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Mon 1 Apr 2013

Super changes will hurt retirement plans

THE government’s ongoing attack on superannuation is a disgrace.

Business
Noel Whittaker

Mon 25 Mar 2013

Reverse mortgages - useful, but be aware of the risks

A REVERSE mortgage can provide welcome extra cash for seniors though it’s an option that should be carefully considered.

Opinion
Paul Clitheroe

Mon 18 Mar 2013

ASIC casts a worried eye on self-managed superannuation

ACCORDING to ASIC Commissioner Peter Kell regulation of self-managed super funds (SMSFs) is becoming one of ASIC’s biggest challenges.

Opinion
Noel Whittaker

Check your best assett - you - is insured

IF YOU own your home there’s a good chance you have it insured. But you have another asset that’s worth a lot more than bricks and mortar. And that’s you.

Business
Paul Clitheroe

Mon 11 Mar 2013

Borrowing can be a clear path to wealth creation

TODAY we’ll talk about a strategy that can help you build wealth – borrowing.

Business
Noel Whittaker

Negative gearing - Friend or Foe?

MANY Australians are comfortable with the idea of using debt to fund investments like a rental property, a share portfolio or units in a managed fund.

Business
Paul Clitheroe

Mon 4 Mar 2013

Pension changes need your attention

THE age pension for singles is about to increase by $35.80 fortnight – couples will see an increase of $27 a fortnight per person.

Opinion
Noel Whittaker

Make a date - to talk about money

VALENTINE'S day may be behind us but it’s worth setting a date to talk with your better half about money matters.

Opinion
Paul Clitheroe

Tue 26 Feb 2013

The rise and fall of rates

SCU lecturer Stephen mason is sometimes asked which way interest rates will move next.

Opinion
Stephen Mason

2013 may be a good year for global equities

There are three reasons why equities may be be re-rated in 2013.

Opinion
Rick Rutten

The myth of claiming everything on tax

IF I go to one more barbeque and hear about how business owners can ‘claim everything on tax’, I will have to scream.

Opinion
Allan Johnson

Mon 25 Feb 2013

Low risk super puts a better retirement at risk

I'M a firm believer that superannuation has a lot going for it.

Opinion
Paul Clitheroe

Mon 18 Feb 2013

Kids - money skills count

FOR mums and dads, pocket money can be a valuable tool, helping to teach children simple money management skills that could last a lifetime.

Opinion
Paul Clitheroe

Exit strategy vital for family businesses

THE typical Australian family business owner is now a 55-year-old baby boomer, getting close to retirement.

Opinion
Noel Whittaker

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