October 2012 Market Update

Equity markets performed strongly over the quarter, as promises of unlimited bond purchases by the European and US central banks were met with an enthusiastic response. Markets did retreat late in September as the European Central Bank’s (ECB) bold statements collided...

Turn Your Tax Bill Into Your Next Holiday?

It is the time of year where you start getting together your documents to complete your annual tax returns. If you find that you are getting a tax payment rather than a tax refund this isn’t all bad as you have made some profits this year. Before you get on the...

The Search for Yield

With the current state of the Global Economy and with interest rates being at low levels the expectation is that this will continue for sometime. What are the options for clients seeking income returns? Cash Rates Currently the top cash rate around is with RABO Direct...

Super Update!

With a few big changes happening with superannuation legislation from 1 July 2012 here is the latest update from Parliament House with regards to the legislation in progress.  It seems there has been some distraction going on which has hopefully taken a back seat for...

Useful Calculators and Tools

Looking for some useful money management tools and calculators? The Federal Government through ASIC – the Australian Securities and Investment Commission have some great online resources which you can use to plan for your savings, retirement or debt reduction....