01/03/16: Will politics get in the way?

Probably ok, but worth keeping an eye on...

As if the worry list for investors isn't already long enough, politics is turning out to be a key issue for investors, retirees and superannuation members this year. Read more here

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25/02/16: Aged Care: Plan ahead

If the need for residential aged care is nearing, following these five steps will help you make a smoother transition. Aged Care 5 Steps to Consider Aged Care, Plan Ahead For The Care You Want

For more information, contact Rick Maggi at Westmount Financial on 9382 8885.

07/02/16: Making the most of your redundancy

Issues to consider...

If you are leaving your employer due to redundancy, you have a great opportunity to make a fresh start, however there are are some important issues to consider. Read more here

For more information, contact Rick Maggi at Westmount Financial on 9382 8885.

02/02/16:Super or the mortgage?

Many people wait until their home loan is paid off before investing more in super. However, if you are currently making more than the minimum home loan repayments, you may be better off when you retire if you make additional super contributions instead. Super or Mortgage?

For more information, contact Rick Maggi at Westmount Financial on 9382 8885.

29/01/16: The super savings gap

While as a nation we collectively face a large retirement savings gap, there are a number of smart things you could consider doing to help make sure your future financial security isn't at risk. Read more here

For more information, contact Rick Maggi at Westmount Financial on 9382 8885.

22/12/15: LIFE Insurance: Counting the cost of a curve ball...

Here's a confronting question: what would you do if the main breadwinner in your household could no longer bring in an income? Do you have a Plan B? Most people don't. That's where insurance comes in. Insurance: Counting the cost of a curve ball

For more information, contact Rick Maggi at Westmount Financial on 9382 8885.

14/12/15: Retiring from a small business?

Selling a small business can be a challenging, complicated and uncertain time. So too can retiring. Combine the two and you have a situation where early planning and advice is critical. Retiring from Small Business

For more information, contact Rick Maggi at Westmount Financial on 9382 8885.

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03/09/15: Keys to de-stressing a mortgage

The causes of mortgage stress...

Don't sail out farther than you can row back. This Danish saying is sound advice for anyone thinking of borrowing to buy a home, particularly now that interest rates are low and house prices have risen sharply.

According to a paper for the Centre of Policy Development and University of Canberra, Australians have a tendency to be over-confident in our ability to repay loans. We also underestimate the likelihood of things potentially going wrong in our lives.

Have you ever heard yourself or someone else say "I'll be able to repay my loan, provided I keep my job, don't get sick and I'm not hit with any large unexpected bills"? Chances are you probably have. but things can and often do go wrong.

Read 'Destress your mortgage'

For more information, contact Rick Maggi at Westmount Financial on 9382 8885.

Rick Maggi Westmount Financial Clear Focus. Better Solutions.