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GalleryThe Financial Implications of Marriage in Later Life
Romance blooms at any age, including as we get older and supposedly wiser about such things of the heart, and head. So, if you’re considering marriage, perhaps for a second time or more, give thought to the financial implications of marrying later in life and sidestepping some of the money-related hazards.
Financially, there are two […]
GalleryHouse Price Growth Could Fade in 2015 After Solid Spring
Domain Group Senior Economist Dr Andrew Wilson says capital city house prices are set to grow by an average of 5% over the 2014/15 financial year, with Sydney and Brisbane leading the way.
Australia’s capital city housing markets have performed solidly through the winter of 2014 with the prospect of a generally robust spring selling […]
GallerySaving in a Material World – Financial Planning
It’s not easy to be thrifty in our consumer society. We’re surrounded by so much temptation that it can be difficult to avoid spending money.
So why not try taking a break from spending? If you can tighten your belt on the little things, it can help ensure you have enough for the odd splurge, […]
GalleryMortgages – to Fix or Not to Fix?
With official interest rates in Australia tipped to rise later this year and the United States expected to follow suit next year, home buyers and existing mortgage holders are faced with a dilemma. Should I lock in a low fixed rate now or wait?
Economists are forecasting rate rises across the globe, including in Australia, […]
GalleryDo You Have a Key Person in Your Business?
If your business is like millions of other small or medium businesses in Australia, it’s likely that you’ll have one or more individuals whose involvement is critical to its success.
This ‘key person’ might be important because of their investment or experience, their technical expertise or their business connections. And while we don’t like to […]
GalleryRetirement Planning – Brad Lonergan BMK Financial Services
If you’re looking for a Financial Planner in Newcastle, Hunter or Sydney regions then Brad Lonergan from BMK Financial Services can assist you with all your Insurance needs.
He has a broad range of experience over the past 15 years in the Financial Planning industry working with various organizations including the big four banks and […]
GalleryVolunteering Abroad!
Ever wondered what it would be like to uproot your life and do something completely different?
People of all ages do just that by volunteering abroad. In places like Mongolia, Thailand, Romania, Mexico or Fiji, volunteers are needed every day. You could use your skills and experience on projects from archaeology, journalism, environment, to human […]
GalleryNew Year’s Resolutions for a Wealthy 2015!
At this time of year, many of us will commit to do things a little differently in the New Year – to improve ourselves, help others or the environment, or simply avoid doing the same things all over again!
Head of Retail and Corporate Business, Craig Keary from AMP Capital has some sage advice: “Health […]
GalleryAfter The Dust Settles – Financial Planning
Taking stock of how your life’s travelling at the start of a new year is probably an exercise you’re likely to pursue with greater urgency if you’ve recently come to the end of a serious, long term relationship or gone through a divorce. What’s next, you want to know. How do you rebuild your […]
GalleryLive happier, Live Longer with Positive Ageing Tips
Positive Ageing tips from around the world – By Dr. Timothy Sharp
Dr. Timothy Sharp is an academic, clinician, coach and founder of the ‘Happiness Institute’. He is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Technology Sydney and at Melbourne’s RMIT University.
Did you know, you are more likely to live an extra twenty to thirty […]