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25 September 2019/Financial Advice
Making the most of record-low interest rates
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) took the cash rate to a record low of 1% in July, bringing mortgage rates to their lowest level in more than half a century.
25 September 2019/Budgeting
Australia’s four gift-giving personalities
There are four distinct Gift-Giver Personalities represented across generations, genders and geographies in Australia.
8 September 2019/Market Update
Nine reasons why recession remains unlikely in Australia
Australian growth is weak but nine factors suggest a recession remains unlikely. Here’s what to watch.
25 August 2019/Financial Advice
Five tips for happy healthy ageing
The best ways to sustain or improve physical, mental and financial wellbeing in your pre and post retirement years are sometimes the simplest.
25 August 2019/Market Update
Australia’s top 10 lifestyle costs
Six out of the top 10 categories relate to just two things. Can you guess what they are, and could you be cutting back?
25 August 2019/Market Update
Helping grown-up children with their finances
It’s only natural to want to help your kids with big ticket items to give them a good start in life – particularly in an era when tuition fees and house prices make higher education and owning a home less affordable…
7 August 2019/Market Update
Escalating US-China trade war
The US-China trade war is escalating and poses a rising threat to global growth. Here’s what it means for investors.
23 July 2019/Budgeting
Pocket money for kids?
Good intention, but traditionally not a successful concept. How are the kids supposed to know what to do with the money they’re given?
23 July 2019/Financial Advice
When can I access my Super?
Superannuation is generally intended to help fund your retirement, but there are instances where you may also be able to withdraw your super savings early, depending on your situation.
23 July 2019/Budgeting
Be aware of your money biases
Knowledge is power. The more you’re aware of how your mind works the more you can adjust your attitude towards money.
11 July 2019/Market Update
Happy New Financial Year 2019!
Bill Bracey provides a video economic update for the new financial year, covering markets, property and interest rates.
8 July 2019
SFP News July 2019
We’re half way through 2019 and it’s been a big year so far for our team!










