How to determine asset allocation
Asset allocation is the process of dividing funds between different asset classes including cash, bonds, property and shares. This takes place as spreading resources across …
Economic and market overview
Australian shares fared well in July, buoyed by suggestions that no further interest rate hikes will be necessary. With inflation coming off the boil, there …
Decoding cognitive biases: what every investor needs to be aware of
Common human biases that investors should understand when it comes to investing is extremely important. These biases are ingrained in human nature, leading to tendencies …
Artificial Intelligence (AI): what does it mean for investing?
AI is revolutionising the world of investing in ways previously unimaginable. Technological advancements have continuously reshaped the way we invest and manage our money. One …
A guide to active and passive investing
Investment funds can be broadly split into two categories – active and passive. And while both options play a part in an investment portfolio, it’s …
Will I pay tax on my super when I retire?
Tax is often the last thing on our minds when we’re planning for retirement but it’s important to understand how your retirement income will be …
Why you need insurance and what are your options
We don’t need insurance until we do. Protecting your wellbeing and your wallet “Do I really need this insurance?” It’s probably a question you’ve asked …
What are some investment options outside of super?
When it comes to investing, you have two options – inside or outside of super. Super, being a longer term investment designed to fund your …
Tax time checklist for property investors
In Australia, investing in real estate isn’t the preserve of a wealthy elite. The nation’s 2.24 million property investors, owning a collective 3.25 million homes1, …
How to protect yourself from super scams
Super and investment scams target your personal wealth by convincing you to invest in fake schemes and companies. A super scam is when someone tries …