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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 ...
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What does a good adviser do?
Some people may think that a financial adviser’s role is to forecast the direction of the share market from month to month and invest clients’ mon...
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Financial planning – more than just advice
Financial planners are often the first port of call for people seeking advice on investing a lump sum of money. But that is just the tip of the iceber...
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Financial advice is not the same for everyone
Financial planning. That’s for people with lots of money to invest, isn’t it? Not necessarily. Sure, investment planning is an important part of f...
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The Retirement of Grandfathered Commissions
While the financial planning industry has undergone a raft of recent reforms, one of the most significant changes has been the abolition of ‘grandfa...
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The essential ingredient of a financial plan
Here’s a recipe for a basic financial plan: Take one or more income sources and pour into a big pot. Add appropriate amounts of life, income protect...
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5 financial management tips for sole traders during COVID-19 (& beyond)
If you’re a sole trader then managing your money is key to your success and, especially in 2020, your business’s survival. Here are some tips on h...
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Full stop: taking a ‘mortgage holiday’ when rates are low
Taking a short-term break from paying off your mortgage isn’t a new idea, but as the bite of the COVID-19 pandemic grips harder and harder, more Aus...
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How income from your investments is taxed
Lower tax on your investments can help you reach your financial goals sooner. But don’t choose an investment based on tax benefits alone. How invest...
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