Spending a Dollar to Save 30 Cents: The Risk of Tax-Driven Investment Decisions
Australians love a good tax deduction. It’s almost ingrained in us—if there’s a way to pay less tax, we’re all ears. But what happens when tax savings become the main…
What happens to my superannuation if…?
A client once shared a poignant regret:
“When I was working and the kids were young, I saved too much. It restricted what we did when the family was together.”…
Why Budgeting Sucks (and What to Do Instead)
Why Traditional Budgeting Fails We’ve all been told that the key to managing money is to create a budget and stick to it. Track every dollar, set spending limits, and…
Numbers vs. Emotions: The Real Game of Investing
When people think about investing, they often focus on the numbers: analysing balance sheets, forecasting earnings growth, understanding sectors, and evaluating dividend yields and price-to-earnings ratios. While these elements are…
Helping Your Kids Financially: Why Timing Matters More Than Amount
As a financial adviser, one of the most common discussions I have with clients is about helping their children financially. For those with the means, the question isn’t if they…
The Regret of Over-Saving: How to Balance Financial Goals and Family Moments
A client once shared a poignant regret: “When I was working and the kids were young, I saved too much. It restricted what we did when the family was together.”…
Retirement Planning for Couples with an Age Gap: 5 Conversations You Need to Have
Planning for retirement can be challenging enough, but when there’s a significant age difference between partners, it adds another layer of complexity. Different life stages often mean differing priorities, timelines,…
Why You Don’t Need Debt to Build Wealth for Retirement
The question I’m often asked is whether it’s still possible to accumulate enough wealth for retirement without taking on debt. And the answer is simple: yes, it is. While leveraging…
Quarterly Economic Update: October-December 2024
The final quarter of 2024 reflected a mixed economic landscape. While consumer spending and equity markets showed resilience, persistent inflation, cost-of-living pressures and a cooling housing market have tempered optimism…
Investing for income
Share markets are renowned for taking unexpected downturns and while history shows that markets eventually recover, this rebound in value can occasionally take time. Investors concerned about this risk might…
Dealing with Post-Christmas Blues
The days leading to Christmas, holidays and celebrations are exciting, frenetic times. They’re a whirl of parties and social engagements, gifts and food to be purchased and travel arranged. The…
Is Debt Consolidation Right for You? A Checklist for Homeowners
Struggling to keep track of multiple debt payments each month? For many Australian homeowners, juggling different debts—whether it’s credit card balances, personal loans, or mortgage repayments—can become overwhelming. Debt consolidation…
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…
Horror $47,000 cost blows up the owning vs. renting debate: ‘More expensive’
Financial advisor Robert Goudie has warned Aussies about the extra costs involved in owning a home and that renting isn’t always dead money. You might have heard the phrase that renting…
Inflation vs. Your Savings
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…
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Retirement Projection for a Young Couple: $230k Salary, Property Investments & Planning for Age 50
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How to invest: Secrets learnt from 20+ years in finance
Presented by Rob Goudie, CFP, Grad Dip FP For the past 20+ years Rob has been working with superannuation investors, small business owners (including farmers) and direct share enthusiasts who…
How to pay off your Home Loan FASTER!
Presented by Rob Goudie, CFP, Grad Dip FP Live a life where you are in control of your finances so you can focus on what’s really important to you! We…
Beating Mortgage Stress
Presented by Rob Goudie, CFP, Grad Dip FP Beating Mortgage Stress: How to recognise it and how to fix it! With the number of borrowers behind in their mortgage repayments…
Investing In The Right Asset Class
Presented by Peter Thornhill ‘”Absolute gold” for determining where to invest’ – Rob Goudie Wanting to understand the best areas to invest to get the best results for your savings?…
Beginners Guide to Super
There are many parts to Australia’s superannuation system, but with a basic understanding it all begins to make perfect sense and the earlier you understand it, you’ll have confidence to…
How Super Works
It’s never too early to start thinking about your super. Superannuation, or ‘super’, is money saved now, for you to enjoy in your retirement. Your employer should pay 9.5% of…
Understanding Credit Cards
So… one of the biggest mistakes we can make is using a credit card without really understanding how it works. Credit cards can save you money, or they can completely…
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Are you overwhelmed by the complexities of the investment world? “Investing Insights: Your Essential Guide” is here to simplify the journey. In this user-friendly guide, we break down investment concepts…
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Spending a Dollar to Save 30 Cents: The Risk of Tax-Driven Investment Decisions
Australians love a good tax deduction. It’s almost ingrained in us—if there’s a way to pay less tax, we’re all ears. But what happens when tax savings become the main…
Why Budgeting Sucks (and What to Do Instead)
Why Traditional Budgeting Fails We’ve all been told that the key to managing money is to create a budget and stick to it. Track every dollar, set spending limits, and…
Numbers vs. Emotions: The Real Game of Investing
When people think about investing, they often focus on the numbers: analysing balance sheets, forecasting earnings growth, understanding sectors, and evaluating dividend yields and price-to-earnings ratios. While these elements are…
Helping Your Kids Financially: Why Timing Matters More Than Amount
As a financial adviser, one of the most common discussions I have with clients is about helping their children financially. For those with the means, the question isn’t if they…
The Regret of Over-Saving: How to Balance Financial Goals and Family Moments
A client once shared a poignant regret: “When I was working and the kids were young, I saved too much. It restricted what we did when the family was together.”…
Why You Don’t Need Debt to Build Wealth for Retirement
The question I’m often asked is whether it’s still possible to accumulate enough wealth for retirement without taking on debt. And the answer is simple: yes, it is. While leveraging…
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