What is a holistic accountant?

The word ‘holistic’ is defined by Oxford Languages as “characterised by the belief that the parts of something are intimately interconnected and explicable only by reference to the whole.” This definition implies what a holistic accountant is positioned to offer you the most value. But not all accountants are able to adopt a holistic approach. …

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Investment lending rules to be tightened this year

Almost everyone is predicting that property prices will surge higher this year. In fact, the newspapers are already full of stories about properties selling well above reserves. Low stock levels are partly responsible for the currently exuberant property market. That exuberance might cool as more stock becomes available. But the RBA and the government do …

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How to avoid being ripped off by a financial advisor

It is alleged that Sydney-based financial advisor, Melissa Caddick stole $25 million from her clients. She has recently gone “missing”, leaving a trail of disaster for her clients and family members. Many con artists are very cunning and go to great lengths to conceal their wrongdoings. But there are a few simple steps you can …

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What’s involved in changing accountants?

Choosing the right accountant can make a world of difference. A proactive accountant will share tax-saving and wealth-building ideas, be available to answer questions during the year and ensure you never end up in the ATO’s ‘bad-books’. Common complaints There are two common complaints about accountants. Firstly, that they don’t provide proactive advice, including wealth …

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Buy your dream home – a ‘steppingstone’ strategy could be the solution

If the recent property price growth predictions become reality over the next couple of years, more homeowners may become ‘priced out’ of their desired location. What might be affordable today, could quickly become unaffordable, as prices can rise quickly. Sometimes it’s not possible to buy your dream home in one fell swoop. But do not …

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An investment case for putting all your property eggs in one basket

It is generally an accepted investment principal that diversification can reduce your risk and improve investment returns. The common vernacular is, spread your eggs amongst various baskets. I would agree with this principle, so long as it doesn’t result in deterioration of investment asset quality. Sometimes property investors should not diversify. That’s because the quality …

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Good financial decisions are a compounding asset

One good financial decision will have positive consequences. But five good decisions in a row will be life changing. It will create a lot more than five times the positive outcomes than one good decision will. That’s because good decisions are a compounding asset. Our lives are a sum total of the choices we have …

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