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The best strategy has always been to hang in there … Amid all the political chaos and financial implications of the war with Iran, it’s worth stepping back and keeping some perspective. What history tells us I know it’s hard to comprehend when it feels like we are in a continuous sequence of rolling crises,… Read more »
Gold has had an incredible run … but what’s next? A couple of weeks ago I was asked my opinion in TV interviews about the queues of investors lining up and down the street outside gold bullion stores. I explained that, for me, it was a sign that gold was at its peak and investors… Read more »
Financial markets and everyday Australians are being bombarded with news of the Middle East crisis and what it means for our lives and investments. There’s just so much to take in and analyse. I received a great summary from superannuation and trading platform SuperHero (declaration: I’m a customer and investor) on the impact of higher… Read more »
Regular readers would know I’m a big fan of property research group SQM Research and, in particular, Louis Christopher’s annual Housing Boom and Bust Report. I reckon it is one of the best property research reports of the year. So, when SQM Research issue a downgrade to their annual report just three months into the… Read more »
With changing appetites around share market volatility and investment timelines, Australian investors are rethinking how they generate monthly income. When it comes to building wealth, Australian investors have long relied almost entirely on their share portfolios, but it’s not the only way to generate returns from your savings. As people move closer to retirement – or start… Read more »
I speak at a lot of retirement seminars and the most common question is, “How much do I need in my superannuation to fund a comfortable retirement?” The answer is very individual because it depends on what sort of retirement lifestyle you choose. Everyone is different, with different spending habits, hobbies and passions. ASFA benchmarks:… Read more »
From Perth to Penrith, Aussies are slapping solar panels on their roofs … and for good reason. Electricity prices are climbing faster than a huntsman up a wall, and many households are looking for ways to rein in their power bills. Solar systems – and increasingly, home batteries – are among the most practical solutions.… Read more »
Punishing property investors has wider implications for the housing crisis … particularly the rental market. Rents are rising faster than inflation, so recently I shared some ways tenants can push back. Now, with the Federal Government considering changes to capital gains tax concessions as part of the housing affordability debate, renters have more to worry… Read more »
Regional Australia has extended its lead over the capital cities, with dwelling values rising 3.2 per cent over the three months to January, compared with a 2.1 per cent increase across the combined capitals. The result marks a clear shift in market momentum as affordability, renewed internal migration and competitive conditions direct more buyers towards… Read more »
Rents are soaring across Australia, with increases now well above inflation. For many tenants, the cost-of-living crisis is crippling, especially as everyday essentials like groceries, electricity and petrol continue to climb. But here’s the good news: if you are paying ever-increasing rent, you don’t have to just cop it. There are practical steps you can… Read more »
