Not sure your super fund still stacks up? We update our best super fund report every year so you always have the current answer. Get the free report and the four-factor framework we use with clients. Download Here In Part 1 of this blog topic, I discussed the various options for investing your superannuation including …
Is your super fund actually the best one for you? The fund that topped last year’s table is not necessarily the right one for your circumstances. Download our free guide to choosing the best super fund in Australia, built around structure first, investment strategy second. Download Here A lot of Australians are eager to ensure …
There’s an endless stream of news articles discussing the economic factors that influence property prices: interest rates, unemployment, the supply of new homes, rezoning, and population growth – just to name a few. Having followed the property market closely for more than two decades, I have two observations to share. First, I’d love to have …
The main difference between property and shares lies in the depth and reliability of historical data. The share market offers extensive and dependable data, making it a valuable resource for financial decision-making. In contrast, property data often lacks the same level of reliability due to various factors, which I discuss below. Therefore, when making decisions …
I recently listened to this podcast hosted by James Kirby where he interviewed his guest about the increasing cost of financial advice. Many financial advisors’ ongoing fees start at $5,000 per year. Due to a shortage of advisors in Australia, most advisors now focus on ongoing client relationships and do not offer once-off or occasional …
Turn your home loan into tax-deductible debt. Debt recycling lets you pay down your mortgage and invest at the same time, without increasing your total debt. Download our free starter guide for the step-by-step method, a worked example, and the rules that keep your deduction safe. Download Here There has been a lot of commentary …
When an investor first borrows to buy an investment property, almost always the rental income does not cover the associated expenses, including loan repayments. This means the investor will need to cover any shortfall out of their pocket each month. While you can claim a tax deduction for this shortfall (known as negative gearing), it …
A question I frequently get asked is whether it’s worth paying for financial advice and how much investable cash flow or portfolio size justifies the expense. These are excellent questions. When considering paying for financial advice, it’s important to ensure that the benefits you receive far outweigh the cost. In other words, you must be …
At the start of this month, the US market dropped by 6%, and Australia followed suit with an identical decline. In the week after, the US rebounded by 3%, whilst Australia only managed a 2% recovery. This situation got me thinking: why does it seem like the Australian share market consistently underperforms compared to international …
In a blog I wrote back in late 2018, I introduced the term liveinvesting. It’s inspired by the concept of rentvesting, where you rent a home in your desired location while investing in property elsewhere. Considering that property prices in certain capital cities like Melbourne are currently more affordable relative to other locations, it’s a …
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