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Incorporating alternative investments in self-managed super funds

Posted at 17 May 2019 in General Interest by Strategic Retirement Solutions

It’s no secret a diversified portfolio may help to protect your wealth from market ups and downs. Including investment alternatives in your self-managed super fund, may therefore provide additional diversification. But what exactly are alternatives and what can they do for your portfolio? We take a closer...

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Retirement planning in your 50’s

Posted at 17 May 2019 in General Interest by Strategic Retirement Solutions

While planning your retirement can mean different things to different people, more often than not, the type of retirement you can afford comes down to the plans put in place to set yourself up for the future. How much you may need, how and when you...

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Let’s talk about aged care

Posted at 17 May 2019 in General Interest by Strategic Retirement Solutions

Aged care can be a tough subject for many families to broach, but as we enjoy longer lives, there’s a growing likelihood that at least part of our final years may be spent in aged care. The decision to move into aged care can come with...

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Six things to consider when investing for retirement

Posted at 14 Feb 2019 in General Interest by Strategic Retirement Solutions

Many people aged between 50 and 65 are uncertain about being able to cover living expenses in retirement. In the past retirees could rely on the age pension to secure their retirement. Many retirees are now less confident about this source of support, as a...

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Market Volatility: An Overview

Posted at 14 Feb 2019 in General Interest by Strategic Retirement Solutions

Many investors become concerned when volatility occurs in global financial markets – particularly about the impact on their superannuation and other investments. In times like these, it is important to understand the causes of market movements and how to minimise your risk. Why do markets move...

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How to avoid a money meltdown with your partner

Posted at 14 Feb 2019 in General Interest by Strategic Retirement Solutions

It makes the world go around, but money can be the source of serious problems among couples, in some cases leading to total relationship breakdowns. Of course it’s not the money per se that creates the issues, but rather our views surrounding it - our...

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How to escape the Credit Card debt trap

Posted at 14 Feb 2019 in General Interest by Strategic Retirement Solutions

According to the Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Australians owe a total of $45 billion in credit card debt, and about half of us continue to make low repayments and remain in debt month after month.[1] Did you know that a $2,000 credit card debt...

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Investing in the ageing population

Posted at 14 Feb 2019 in General Interest by Strategic Retirement Solutions

You’ve undoubtedly heard that Australians are living longer. The most recent Intergenerational Report for instance, projected that the number of Australians aged 65 and over would more than double by 2055, compared with 2015. Keeping an older generation fit and healthy requires significant investment in certain...

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How to protect your loved ones after you’re gone

Posted at 14 Feb 2019 in General Interest by Strategic Retirement Solutions

As the old saying goes, there are only two things certain in life: death and taxes. Unfortunately, most of us spend too much time worrying over the latter and not enough discussing the former, uncomfortable though it may be. But while no one enjoys contemplating the...

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Royal Commission into Financial Services: our advice and you.

Posted at 10 Feb 2019 in General Interest by Strategic Retirement Solutions

Key points: The final report of the Hayne Royal Commission into Misconduct in the Banking, Superannuation and Financial Services Industry contains 76 recommendations all of which the Federal Government and Labor say they will support and implement. The report highlights the conflicted nature of sales...

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