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How early super withdrawals add up

While some people have no choice, others may have other options. Should they or should they not access their super early?

15 Apr 2020
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Over-concentration risk comes to the fore

Minimising concentration risk through a well-planned, well-diversified asset allocation strategy is one of the core principles of investing.

15 Apr 2020
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How to stay the course in retirement

Although conditions appear to be calming down as markets seesaw with less extremity, there is still uncertainty ahead.

15 Apr 2020
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Look beyond the day to day

Focusing on the long-term can be difficult when the here and now is demanding your full attention.

08 Apr 2020
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The cost of early super access

Withdrawing savings from super may seem a logical move, but other support options have no long-term financial consequences.

08 Apr 2020
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$A lows a reminder to review hedging

Investors with holdings in international bonds or shares should think about when a hedged or unhedged strategy best suits.

08 Apr 2020
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Don't fall for dividend yield traps

What may look like a good yield opportunity now may not pan out that way over the medium term as companies cut dividends.

31 Mar 2020
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Ride the market to recovery

What we know from past market events is that patience will be rewarded and recoveries can be just as sudden and strong.

31 Mar 2020
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A different form of distancing

Another form of social distancing we can practice. Keep a healthy distance from that account balance until markets have settled.

24 Mar 2020
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The pulling power of ETFs

In the midst of strong volatility, many investors are taking a longer-term view by seeing the events as an opportunity.

24 Mar 2020
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The power of diversification, discipline and long-term focus

Major market impacts like COVID-19 may not have been predicted but they are not unexpected. A major challenge and impediment for investors in achieving their long-term goals is having the discipline to stay the course.

17 Mar 2020
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SMSFs in the ATO firing line

Is your SMSF fully compliant with the regulations governing the operation of private funds?

16 Mar 2020
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How to manage short-term market volatility

It's been a wild ride for investors in recent times. Here are some mistakes to avoid and an investment approach to consider.

10 Mar 2020
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Tune out the market noise

What do you do when market volatility increases, and media coverage intensifies? Focus on the factors you can control.

10 Mar 2020
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