Stop resting on your (high income earner) laurels
Achieving a high income is a significant accomplishment. You’ve put in the hard yards, climbed the ladder, and now you’re pulling in the big bucks!
But don’t be mistaken; a high income does not automatically equate to financial security. Just because the money is rolling in today doesn’t mean you’re protected from tomorrow’s uncertainties.
Balancing Risk and Reward in Your Portfolio
If you own an investment property you will be aware that the return from the investment comes from two sources: income in the form of rent paid by the tenant and growth in the form of an increase in the value of the property while you own it.
Making Christmas a time of joy for you
It seems to arrive earlier and earlier every year. Just when you thought Christmas was only weeks ago, suddenly it’s only weeks away! While children count down the days, Christmas for many adults can be a difficult time.
Inflation vs your savings: The ultimate showdown!
Inflation is a slow force working against your financial goals. It can quietly erode the purchasing power of your money over time. While it’s tempting to see cash as a safe haven, failing to factor in inflation could mean your savings are worth less when you need them most.
So, let’s dive into the showdown between inflation and your savings, and explore strategies to fight back!
Unlocking financial secrets for different phases of life
One of the keys to financial success is to adopt the right strategy at the right time. As you move through the stages of life here are some tried and tested ‘secrets’ that will help you build and protect your wealth.
Navigating the reality of divorce after 50
Adjusting to life after divorce, particularly later in life, is akin to navigating through some of life’s most challenging events, psychologists say. It’s a journey comparable to coping with loss, relocation, major illness or injury, or job loss.
The fast way to a life supported by passive income
Imagine that, without any effort on your part, enough money regularly pours into your bank account to meet (or exceed) all your living expenses. Suddenly, work becomes optional and a world of opportunities opens up. That’s the ultimate in passive income – all your financial needs met without lifting a finger.
Super in your 50s. It’s time to push the pedal down!
If 50 really is the new 40, then life has just begun. The kids are gaining independence or may have left home, and the mortgage could be a thing of the past. Bliss. But galloping towards you is… retirement!
Ease your tax season stress!
It’s the same time every year but it seems that no matter how prepared investors are for June 30, when it comes to gathering up the necessary documentation to complete tax returns, this exercise creates more stress than it should.
Supercharge your Super before the clock strikes EOFY!
EOFY can have a tendency of creeping up on you… The calendar ticks over to 1 June, suddenly, your inbox is bombarded with EOFY sales, and you’re left thinking ‘Where has this year gone, it feels like Christmas was only yesterday!’.
Then you remember the superannuation tasks you’ve been putting off. If this sounds familiar, then keep reading for our top ten tips to making the most of your superannuation before EOFY.