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Many younger Australians are joining the Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) movement. Is it right for you?

When you’re starting out in the workforce and building your career, retirement can seem like a long way away.

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.

Chances are you either have a side gig (a way to make money on the side of your usual job), want to have one, or you benefit from someone else's.

Key points

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

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

Top 5 financial predictions for the new year (and let’s face it, every year after)

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.

As retirement comes into view, it’s time to imagine a new you for the post-work age.

What is a budget? A budget is a plan that works out how you will manage your income and expenses.

Maintaining a budget is a powerful way to control your money.

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) took the cash rate to a record low of 1% in July, bringing mortgage rates to their lowest level in more than half a century.

What does it mean for the bear market in shares?

Whether it’s finances or fitness, spending time on setting your goals can reap rewards.

Health... check. Finances... check. Career... check?

Are you happy at work? Do you jump out of bed excited about tackling your next project? Or are you counting down the days until your holidays or retirement? 

If presentation isn’t on point, many buyers keep looking, which is an important point to remember for those wanting to sell in the current market.

Confused about salary sacrificing? You’re not alone. Let us clear it up for you.

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.

If, like many others, your life and money feels a bit like a juggling act - paying bills here and there ... and "Uh oh, forgot about the council rates, guess that one's going on the credit card".

You may be thinking that having some extra cash would solve a lot of your problems.

Many people over 50 are putting their skills and experience to work in their own businesses. 

What is Superannuation and what’s so super about it?

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

What is financial wellness? How you 'feel', is your wellness. How you 'feel' about your money is your financial wellness.