In times of financial crisis, it might seem more affordable to take a ‘Do-It-Yourself’ approach to save on costs, rather than seek the advice of a financial advice professional. Working alongside a subject matter expert such as a financial planner, may help you achieve a better financial outcome as well as putting your mind at rest about the future.
Read MoreTrying to time market bottoms is always very hard so a good approach for long term investors is to average in over several months.
Read MoreThere is no other time when professional advice is more valuable than it is now. So if you have a financial planner, talk to them.
Read MoreKey message: investor emotion plays a huge role in magnifying the swings in investment markets. The key for investors is not to get sucked into this emotional roller coaster.
Read MoreInflation is complicated, but a simple way to understand it is; as an increase in the price you pay for goods but it could also be seen as a decline in the purchasing power of your money.
Read MoreFinancial planning is a specialist profession and you should make sure that you’re getting advice from a professional financial adviser who is properly licensed and qualified.
Read MoreOur focus is, and always has been, assessing the most appropriate financial strategy for a clients' needs and circumstances with no bias towards any particular product provider. We firmly believe that the ownership structure of Antipodean Advisory allows this to happen without any competing interests.
Read MoreHaving more money should make us happier right? According to a number of different research reports, feeling good about life comes from a feeling of control over your finances, rather than how much money you have.
Read MoreAs widely predicted, the announcement included a range of tax cuts for both individuals and businesses. The Treasurer also announced increased funding for regulators to encourage tax and superannuation compliance, a number of positive changes to superannuation, and an affirmation of previously announced aged care measures.
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Read MoreA common goal across all age brackets is to organise and optimise your financial affairs. Everyone needs a financial plan, and all plans should be in writing so as to be measurable and accountable.
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