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Record Low Interest rates
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.
4 Gift-Giving Personalities
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.
Why recession in Australia is unlikely
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.
Tips for happy, healthy aging
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.
Australia's top 10 lifestyle costs
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?
Helping grown-up Children
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…
Escalating US-China trade war
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.
Pocket money for kids?
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?
When can I access my Super?
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.
Be aware of your money biases
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.
SFP News & Celebrations 2019
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!