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May 2017
Don’t Invest in Hotspots!
New property investors are often wanting to find out where the hotspots are. The problem with hotspots is that they…
Must know changes to Superannuation
On 9 May 2017, Treasurer Scott Morrison released the 2017-18 Federal Budget. Due to the changes taking effect 1 July…
What happened to the Aussie Backyard?
Australian house blocks are shrinking. A decade ago the average Australian block size was around 700sqm. Today freestanding homes are…
Chinese tech company up 35% in 2017. More returns to come!
After reporting quarterly earnings last Friday, shares in Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (NASD: BABA) are up 35% since January, and…
How to Spot Market Tops: Interest Rate Spreads
Over the past several days, we discussed 4 ways to identify market tops: macroeconomic indicators, interest rate raising cycles, valuation metrics…
How to Spot Market Tops: Market Sentiment
In previous articles, we discussed ways to spot stock market tops. We already covered macroeconomic indicators, interest rate cycles and…
Recent stories
Risk Tolerance vs Risk Capacity: Why You Need to Know the Difference
In the world of investing and financial planning, understanding the difference between risk tolerance and risk capacity is essential for…
Key Strategies for Building Passive Income
In the pursuit of financial independence and security, cultivating streams of passive income is a strategy embraced by savvy investors…
Peer-to-Peer Lending: Is It A Safe Investment?
In the evolving landscape of investment opportunities, peer-to-peer (P2P) lending emerges as a compelling alternative to traditional investment avenues. Offering…
Investing Mistakes You May Not Know You’re Making
Today, we’re shedding light on some of the less obvious, yet potentially costly, investing mistakes you might be making without…
What is Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI)?
When navigating the complexities of purchasing a home, understanding the various components of a mortgage can be daunting. One aspect…