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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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Ask an Adviser: What will change with superannuation from 1 July 2022?

Rhett Pudney

Jun 28, 2022

Earlier this year, The Treasury Laws Amendment (Enhancing Superannuation for Australians and Helping Australian Businesses Invest) passed both houses of parliament and will come into effect on 1 July 2022. We asked…

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Returning to Australia with a US Green Card

John Versace

Jun 14, 2022

For many Australians who are or want to live and work in the US, obtaining a Green Card is the ultimate goal. And it can certainly make life easier while…

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How to plan your finances in your 60s and beyond

Andrew Dunbar

Jun 09, 2022

In your early 60s, retirement is likely within reach and it’s time to be thinking about it at a microlevel. Planning for retirement should focus on planning your finances for…

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Common Australian financial strategies that can complicate US taxes

John Versace

May 31, 2022

You may hear your Australian friends talking about their financial strategies and wonder if you should be considering doing the same. However, if you are a US taxpayer living in…

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Ask an Adviser: What could the change in government mean for investors?

Sarah Gonzales

May 26, 2022

With Labor expected to form a majority government following Saturday’s election results, many Australians are wondering what the change in government could mean for investment markets. We asked Sarah Gonzales,…

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Ask an Adviser: Should I fix my home loan rate?

Matthew Baker

May 17, 2022

With the Reserve Bank of Australia increasing interest rates in May 2022 for the first time in a decade, many mortgage holders are considering whether to move to a fixed…

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How to plan your finances in your 50s

Andrew Dunbar

May 11, 2022

In your 50s, you’ll often experience significant shifts in your lifestyle, goals and values. While your career may remain important, as your life changes, you’ll likely be thinking about what’s…

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How to plan your finances in your 40s

Andrew Dunbar

May 03, 2022

In your 40s, you are more likely to have more debt and financial responsibility than at any other point in your life and it can be busy as a result….

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Managing the financial aspects of divorce as an expat

John Versace

Apr 27, 2022

No matter your life circumstances, navigating the financial aspects of a divorce can be challenging, particularly when emotions are running high. However, there can be several added layers of complexity…

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The ANZAC story: Gallipoli and what we can take from it today

Andrew Dunbar

Apr 22, 2022

ANZAC Day is one of the most important days on the Australian calendar, a day when we remember and honour our servicemen and women who’ve helped protect the wonderful country…

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How to plan your finances in your 30s

Andrew Dunbar

Apr 12, 2022

There is often a misconception that financial planning is most useful for those nearing retirement or people who have assets, but the reality couldn’t be more different. In fact, studies…

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How to plan your finances in your 20s

Andrew Dunbar

Apr 06, 2022

There is often a misconception that financial planning is most useful for those nearing retirement or for people who have significant assets, but this couldn’t be further from the truth….

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