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Market corrections , market dips, bear markets..... who loves them? Not many...but what if I told you that maybe you should…?

Actually, they’re never called any of the above. They’re always called a crash.

Five reasons why it’s more complicated than you think!

Over the past 5 years, I have written annually where I thought the property market was, and what was likely to happen moving forward. So far I’ve had a 100% success rate. I guess I wouldn’t be writing this if I got it wrong.

My old soccer coach was a wise man. He had a saying “when in doubt, kick it out”.

He would always say if you’re under stress and someone’s bearing down on you at 100 miles an hour and you need to make a quick decision, if the passing option isn’t clear, if there’s risk of an interception or a miskick – just kick it out.

Investments, retirement, superannuation and cash flow. These are the financial issues that keep Australians awake at night.

The key to building wealth is to spend less than you earn, invest appropriately, stick to your plan, and start early.

Whatever your age, if you're thinking of dabbling in investments like shares, managed funds or cryptocurrencies, here's a list of common mistakes which are generally worth steering clear of.

In 2019, the Australian population tipped over 25 million. None of these lovely people have any chance of sustaining a successful investment strategy without the help of an empathetic and tough loving investment adviser.

Key points

• Share markets have fallen sharply over the last week or so on the back of coronavirus concerns.

Investors in Australia’s two largest residential property markets are getting the lowest rental yields in the country as stagnant rent prices are outpaced by capital gains.

"For many of us, building a sufficient superannuation balance for retirement is likely to be the most important thing we can achieve in our working life.

After all, the quality of your lifestyle in retirement depends largely on how much you contribute to super, and the investment choices you make.

When it comes to superannuation, most funds offer a range of investment options.

Should you be concerned about what's going on in the share market/s lately?

Key points

• Inflation will likely slow later this year but remain well above pre-pandemic levels over the medium term.

Key points

• Shares are at risk of a short-term correction or consolidation, but investment markets should provide solid returns this year on the back of continuing economic recovery and low interest rates.

Key points

• 2019 saw growth slow, recession fears increase and the US trade wars ramp up, but solid investment returns as monetary policy eased, bond yields fell and demand for unlisted assets remained strong.

Still in the "sweet spot", but expect more volatility ahead - following are the key points:

• Despite the usual worry list, 2017 has been pretty good for investors as global growth and profits accelerated and central banks stayed benign as inflation stayed low.

Once upon a time, the mantra of the ethical investor was morals before profits. Not surprisingly, ethical investing remained a niche market. But not anymore.

For many people, super remains a highly tax-effective structure to hold investments for the accumulation of retirement savings, as well as maintaining their risk/insurance protection.

It may be an admirable trait in personal relationships, but in the world of lending, loyalty can come at a cost.

What does it mean for the bear market in shares?

Buying your first car, helping the children get a good education, enjoying a rewarding retirement.

After being a Financial Planner for over 30 year and being an avid investor for over 45 years. I thought I’d seen it all.

For many Australian families the arrow of intergenerational help is pointing in a new direction.

Key points

• Despite continued volatility, 2019 is likely to be better for diversified investors than 2018 was.
• Watch the US trade war, the Fed, global business conditions indicators, Chinese growth, politics and the Sydney and Melbourne property markets as well as the upcoming Australian Election in May 2019.

Key points

• Australian growth slowed even more in the December quarter. Growth may bounce back a bit this year, but the housing downturn will likely constrain it to around 2- 2.5%.
• As a result, unemployment is likely to drift up and wages growth and inflation remain lower for longer.