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The latest news and views from Apt Wealth

From superannuation and retirement to investments and planning for life events and milestones, our team shares expert insights on common financial planning questions. 

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6 things to consider when buying a car

Andrew Dunbar

Sep 01, 2020

While we all know that buying a car is not a good investment, for most of us, it’s a necessary expense. We are constantly asked about the financial aspects of…

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Women and Finance: Tips to stay on track during COVID-19 and beyond

Tracey Pace

Aug 24, 2020

The economic impacts of COVID-19 have been felt by many Australian households, and if we look at the data, we see that working-age women are amongst the most impacted demographic. …

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Retirement Planning: Tips for Australian and US Expats

John Versace

Aug 21, 2020

If you are an Australian expat who is living and working in the US or a US Expat in Australia, it’s quite possible that you hold significant retirement savings in…

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Making the most of your money in a low interest rate environment

Andrew Dunbar

Aug 13, 2020

Depending on your current life stage and financial goals, today’s low interest rates may be advantageous, but for those who are more reliant on cash, such as retirees, it can…

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Apt Wealth Partners has been shortlisted for the Women in Finance Awards 2020

Staff Writer

Aug 06, 2020

Apt Wealth Partners is excited to announce it is a finalist in the Women in Finance Awards Wellness Program Initiative of the Year. The Women in Finance Awards showcases the…

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Has COVID driven us to being a cashless society?

Andrew Dunbar

Aug 04, 2020

Since the introduction of EFTPOS in the 1980’s, we have been slowly moving towards a cashless society, and there is no denying that COVID-19 has accelerated this process. At the…

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What could the abolishment of stamp duty mean for property purchases in 2020?

Sarah Gonzales

Jul 29, 2020

No one likes a tax, but it’s fair to say that stamp duty is one of the most universally loathed. It was a tax that was essentially meant to be…

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Is now the perfect time for a sea or tree change?

Andrew Dunbar

Jul 22, 2020

As more businesses commit to continuing work-from-home arrangements, we are seeing many people considering a sea or tree change.  Once a lifestyle limited to retirees or those with regional job…

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Can you still retire in 2020?

Andrew Dunbar

Jul 17, 2020

Many Australians who had planned to retire in the coming months are rethinking their options, as COVID-19 has changed the landscape for retirees. For some, it is a financial decision…

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Common personal insurance mistakes and how to avoid them

APT Admin

Jul 14, 2020

COVID-19 has many of us thinking about our health and our finances, and if you are serious about protecting yourself and your family, it’s a good time to review your…

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Helping your adult children and grandchildren with the financial impact of COVID-19

Andrew Dunbar

Jul 09, 2020

Many parents across Australia relish the opportunity to help their adult children and spend more time with the grandkids by providing childcare, but during COVID-19, much of this came to…

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Aussies in the US: What to consider when building assets

John Versace

Jul 02, 2020

Determining where to build your assets and invest your money is a key decision for any expat. For Aussies living in the US, currency fluctuations and tax implications can have…

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