Rising life expectancies and retirement...

Rising life expectancies and retirement...

Average life expectancies in Australia are now at a record high, and while that's a positive, longevity can also come with potential financial risks such as outliving your retirement savings. So what can you do to ensure you have the best chance of experiencing a financially secure retirement?

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What exactly is the FIRE movement?

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What exactly is the FIRE movement?

In the investment world, FIRE stands for "financial independence retire early". Read on to learn more about the FIRE approach and how you can tailor your saving and spending behaviours to align with your investment goals…

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Cryptocurrencies: what we think...

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Cryptocurrencies: what we think...

Like most things with a rising price tag, cryptocurrencies have garnered global recognition and interest for their sudden increase in value. From experienced investors to individuals just beginning their investment journey, many are wondering: are cryptocurrencies something I should look into?

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REVENGE SPENDING: The do's and dont's...

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REVENGE SPENDING: The do's and dont's...

After months in lockdowns and living under tight restrictions, many Australians have gone on a "revenge spending" spree. But before you go out and buy buy buy, do a financial stocktake to see if those purchases are viable and that your emotions aren't ruling your reality…

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Succession: Planning your financial legacy...

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Succession: Planning your financial legacy...

Beyond accumulating wealth over time, planning your financial legacy is one of the most important aspects of estate planning. With the greatest family wealth transfer set to occur in the next 20 to 30 years, here are a few things investors should consider when planning…

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3 behavioural factors affecting retirement spending...

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3 behavioural factors affecting retirement spending...

Retirees work hard to build up their nest egg but many are hesitant to spend it when the time comes. Here are three behavioural factors that affect retirement spending and how you can overcome them to ensure you make the most of your later years.

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Inflation, diversification, and the 60/40 portfolio

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Inflation, diversification, and the 60/40 portfolio

Inflation is on the rise and some investors are now beginning to wonder: will stock and bond returns start to to move in tandem?

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The real art of investing...

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The real art of investing...

Investment in luxury items such as top-end whisky, fine jewellery and designer handbags has notably increased over the last few years. But just how well do luxury items stack up against mainstream investments such as shares and bonds, and what are the risks associated with alternative investments?