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What are the best, safe, income-style investment options?  

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The Australian share market is valued at approximately $2.9 trillion. In comparison, the country’s bond market is worth more than half that amount, yet it remains relatively unknown to many investors. This includes bonds issued by the federal government, state and semi-government entities, as well as listed corporations.  This blog provides an overview of the …

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4 property (evidence-based) golden rules 

Over the past decade, I have written over 150 blogs about property investing. That’s enough content to fill four books! I’m always trying to publish thought-provoking and practical blogs that sometimes challenge conventional wisdom and empower investors to make better financial decisions.  While each property investing blog that I write is important on its own, …

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How does Vanguard Super stack up?  

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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 In this blog, I typically focus on providing …

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How much wealth is enough?   

wealth

My personal philosophy on wealth building is simple: invest slightly more than necessary to comfortably achieve my financial and lifestyle goals, but no more than that!   None of us know how long we have left on this planet, so I think it’s essential to maximise enjoyment today or at least enjoy the wealth-building journey as …

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Your Ultimate Guide to Smart Tax Planning: Tips and Strategies for 2024/25 

Tax planning

Tax season can be stressful, but a bit of smart planning can help you save significantly. Let’s walk through some essential tax planning tips and strategies for the financial year 2024/25, designed to help individuals and small businesses maximise their benefits and minimise their tax obligations.  Understanding Tax Planning  Tax planning involves arranging your financial …

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How to choose an investment option in super 

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Choosing a super fund? Read this first. Most people pick a super fund based on last year’s return. That is the wrong way to decide. Our free annual report explains the four factors that actually matter and helps you work out the right structure for your balance. Download Here The first step to maximising your …

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Property ownership in personal names – factors to consider 

Property ownership

Most investors tend to own property in their personal names. Regarding alternatives to personal name ownership, I have previously explained why I generally avoid using family trusts to own property – primarily due to higher land tax rates and the likelihood of not immediately benefiting from negative gearing. Additionally, last month, I discussed the potential …

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