Digital advice firm optimistic QAR will ‘reset financial advice’

Digital advice firm optimistic QAR will ‘reset financial advice’

Ignition Wealth says the final QAR report will help reshape advice and has pushed the government to implement the review’s recommendations in their entirety. . Ignition Advice APAC Chief Executive, Craig Keary said the final findings of the Quality of Advice Review...
Beating back inflation, but at what cost?

Beating back inflation, but at what cost?

Joe Davis, Vanguard’s global chief economist, gives a high-level overview of where the economy and markets are likely headed in 2023. Inflation is abating, thanks in part to central banks’ aggressive actions, but it may come at a cost, with recession likely in most...
When to be proactive about your portfolio

When to be proactive about your portfolio

The mid-year point is an opportune time to take stock of your investment holdings – but reviewing your portfolio should really be an ongoing exercise. . It’s been a turbulent year-to-date on global share markets. Over the first six months of 2022, the Australian share...
Why superannuation fund fees matter

Why superannuation fund fees matter

The fees you pay on your super could have a material impact on how you retire, which is why it's important to understand how they work. . A quick internet search of the term “super fees” turned up other questions people ask, including “what fees are charged on...
TBC set for double indexation from 1 July

TBC set for double indexation from 1 July

The general transfer balance cap is set to increase to $1.9 million from 1 July based on CPI figures released today. . In CPI figures released by the ABS today, the All Groups CPI figure for the December quarter was 130.8. With the All Groups CPI figure above 130.7,...
SMSFs cautioned on ‘strict conditions’ with SMSF lending

SMSFs cautioned on ‘strict conditions’ with SMSF lending

Where SMSFs are planning to lend money there are some important conditions to be aware of including who the money is lent to and the reason for the loan. . In a recent online article, Heffron managing director Meg Heffron said while its not particularly common for...
2022 by the numbers

2022 by the numbers

How did share markets around the world performed last year? And what investment lessons can we learn from 2022? Read on to find out. . Volatility has been constant on global investment markets throughout this year. It has largely been driven by fears over surging...
A review of the last two decades in investing

A review of the last two decades in investing

Robin Bowerman, Head of Corporate Affairs and Editor of Smart Investing, is retiring after almost 20 years with Vanguard. Here he reflects on the investment landscape over the last two decades. . Significant life events are often a useful catalyst for a deeper review...
ATO raises alarm on asset protection scheme for SMSFs

ATO raises alarm on asset protection scheme for SMSFs

The ATO is concerned about SMSFs entering into certain asset protection arrangements that involve a ‘Vestey Trust’. . In a recent online update, the ATO said it is concerned about asset protection arrangements that claim to protect SMSF assets from creditors by...