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Robin Bowerman, Principal and Head of Retail at Vanguard Investments, shares investment and personal finance insights gained from two decades in the finance industry as writer, commentator and editor.
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Till death do us part 08 Mar 10
The reality that many super fund members obtain at least some death and permanent disability insurance through their funds doesn’t mean, of course, that their level of cover is adequate.
Who wants to be a billionaire? 05 Mar 10
The annual rich lists of business magazines in the US, Asia and Australia would be among their best-sellers of the year.
Wanted: local research on ETFs 04 Mar 10
Despite the rapid growth of Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) in Australia, there is a dearth of independent research on locally listed funds.
How lower costs can drive portfolios 03 Mar 10
Investments are as susceptible to economic cycles as gardens are to the changing seasons.
'On the flight deck' of your SMSF 02 Mar 10
Jeremy Cooper, chairman of the Government's review into the superannuation system, colourfully describes SMSF trustees as being 'on the flight deck' – making the decisions about their retirement savings.
World champion retirees 01 Mar 10
Australia is high in world rankings when it comes to the length of time that we typically spend as retirees.
When the big money stops 26 Feb 10
Professional footballers and cricketers are no different from you and me when it comes to superannuation guarantee (SG) contributions.
Harsh words 25 Feb 10
A Smart Investing reader has reacted with seemingly harsh words to the Commonwealth Bank’s compensation scheme for Storm Financial clients who had taken large margin loans through the bank.
Currency and the risk of diminishing returns 24 Feb 10
The Australian dollar is both friend and foe to investors.
Behind the margin loan headlines 23 Feb 10
With margin loan court cases still making headlines in the wake of the bear market, it is interesting to note that margin lending appears to be making a comeback.
