Protect your SMSF savings from fraudsters

May 7, 2025
Recent cyber-attacks on major super funds show criminals are always looking for new ways to illegally access Australia’s growing pool of retirement savings, but it’s not just the big guys who need to worry. Smaller funds are also under threat. Self-managed super funds (SMSFs) are being targeted both through email scams to steal personal identifying…

Scams: knowledge is protection

May 7, 2025
Scammers operate in an ever-evolving space and the scams of today are far more sophisticated than they have ever been, targeting even the most financially literate individuals. In addition to the financial impact from a scam, it can affect your mental health as well as damage your reputation, so understanding how scammers operate is the…

‘Get on the front foot’: How advisers are dealing with Trump tariff uncertainty | ifa

April 14, 2025
Our very own CEO – Hugh Robertson joins Advisers across Australia as they talk with Keith Ford from ifa about how Financial Advisers are dealing with Market volatility and the trade war. You can read the below excerpt from the ifa article below, or click here to be taken directly. 9th April 2025 As Australian…

The Rich Life Vol 92

April 7, 2025
As we move into April, and hot on the heels of the recent Federal Budget, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a national election for May 3 – kicking off an April campaign centred on tax cuts and cost-of-living relief.  A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our Wealth & Wisdom event…

Big changes ahead for Aged Care

April 7, 2025
The number of Australians aged over 65 is expected to more than double in the next 40 years while the number of people aged over 85 is predicted to triple in that time.i Aged care funding and services have seen major changes in the years since the 2021 report of the Royal Commission into Aged…

Finding life balance: 4 pillars to your wellbeing

April 7, 2025
We’re all trying to live our best lives, right? Sometimes, we get stuck in one area – whether it’s spending all your spare time hitting the gym or counting every calorie to lose weight. We know the secret to true wellbeing is balance – but what does that actually mean? That’s where the four ‘sets’…

Federal Budget 2025-26: Spotlight on tax

April 7, 2025
In the shadow of an upcoming election, Jim Chalmers’ fourth Budget delivered small but unexpected tax cuts for all Australian taxpayers. The modest cuts were delivered against a backdrop of growing economic uncertainty, with the treasurer emphasising the need for national resilience in the face of rapid global change. Tax cuts for everyone In a…

Guiding the way: the art of effective leadership

April 7, 2025
‘A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way and shows the way.’ – John Maxwell What does it mean to be an effective leader? It’s not just about giving orders or managing processes; it’s about creating an environment where individuals feel supported, motivated, and aligned with a shared vision. Whether you’re aspiring…

Wealth & Wisdom Event

April 3, 2025
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our Wealth & Wisdom event on the 28th of March 2025! From start to finish, it was a day packed with expert knowledge, practical insights, and invaluable discussions that left us all more informed and empowered. We are so grateful to have shared the room…

Federal Budget 2025-26 Analysis

March 27, 2025
Treasurer aims to “rebuild living standards” Much of the 2025 Federal Budget was already known, after a volley of pre-election spruiking for votes. But Treasurer Jim Chalmers had one surprise up his sleeve – $17 billion in tax cuts. The first round of cuts will kick in on 1 July 2026 and second round on…

Centaur goes Self-Licensed!

March 27, 2025
Welcome Abundant Wealth Partners Pty Ltd. We are thrilled to announce that Centaur is officially Self-Licensed as of today! Our new Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL) under the name Abundant Wealth Partners Pty Ltd | AFSL 564749 is now live. This is a monumental milestone for us, and we couldn’t have reached it without our…

The Wall of Worry: What It Means for Retirees

March 20, 2025
Nick Georgopoulos, Financial Adviser at Centaur Financial Services offers valuable insights to retirees looking to navigate market volatility. Understanding Market Volatility and UncertaintyMarket volatility is an unavoidable aspect of investing, and while it affects all investors, it can be particularly concerning for retirees who depend on their superannuation investments for income. During periods of uncertainty,…

The PODCAST – Retirement Series | Making Your Money Last | Episode 3

March 14, 2025
Welcome to episode 3 of the PODCAST – our Retirement Series, the podcast that helps you turn your retirement dreams into reality. Whether you’re preparing to leave the workforce or already enjoying life after work, our expert financial advisers break down the strategies you need to retire with confidence. From maximising your super and creating…

The Rich Life Vol 91

March 6, 2025
In light of the severe weather conditions in Northern NSW and QLD due to Cyclone Alfred, we are prioritising the safety of our team and clients. As a result, our office will be closed on Thursday, 6 March, and Friday, 7 March 2025, with our team working remotely to ensure their safety during this time….

How political events affect the markets

March 6, 2025
From the economy bending policies of Trump 2.0 to the growing strength of the far right in Europe, the new alliance between Russia and the United States, the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East, and the US President’s vow to upturn world trade rules, the markets are certainly navigating tricky times. In recent months…

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