by Ben Maw | Jun 12, 2023 | General, Investment, Market Update, Planning
As June 30 approaches, it’s time to consider tax planning. Below, I have summarised 12 commonly used strategies to consider. Where appropriate, I have added links to where further information can be found. These tips are general in nature, so please contact me and/or...
by Ben Maw | Apr 28, 2023 | General
How Has Your Suburb Fared in the Property Market Over the Last 10 Years? We understand that many of you may have seen a recent reduction in the value of your property holdings, which can be attributed to the dramatic increase in borrowing rates. As...
by Ben Maw | Feb 21, 2023 | General
Economic Update – Monetary policy / Interest rates and Inflation The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) is in the headlines – everyone wants to know why things seem so tough. Interest rates are up, property values are down, and...
by Ben Maw | Jun 16, 2022 | General, Market Update, Planning
Well, what a difference six months make. I wrote a post earlier in the year to outline the strong share market and property returns everyone enjoyed in 2021. Interest rates were low, there was no war, property and shares were performing well, and inflation wasn’t...
by Ben Maw | Feb 13, 2020 | General
There is a major change coming to the insurance landscape in Australia. The upcoming changes will severely reduce the terms, features and likely benefits available on new income protection policies purchased after 31 March 2020. So if you, or someone you know, earn...
