The Rich Life Vol 86
October 1, 2024
It’s October and, as Spring delivers a bracing mix of weather events from rain and wind to snow and hail in some parts, we’re looking forward to the longer, warmer days ahead. October brings with it a couple of important dates to make note of: 1. Daylight Saving Time kicks off on Sunday, 6th October…
The Age Pension and your retirement plans
October 1, 2024
Most people intend to retire between ages 65 and 66, according to the latest data and, surprisingly, despite growing superannuation balances, the Age Pension is the main source of income for many retirees.i The intended retirement age has increased significantly in the last two decades, from just over 62 years on average in 2004. Australian…
The Rich Life Vol 85
September 2, 2024
Welcome to spring, a season that might be motivational for personal, business and financial renewal. As some of our team members take a well-deserved break this September, rest assured that the rest of our dedicated team is here to support you with any of your needs. Enjoy the sunshine and warmer weather! Global stock markets…
The Rich Life Vol 84
August 1, 2024
Most of us have been experiencing unexpectedly cold temperatures lately but the good news is that spring is on the way. As the days grow longer and warmer, there can be a sense of optimism and a feeling of renewal. The Centaur Team are now fully operational in our new office at ‘The Rocket’ –…
Preparing your SMSF for the future
August 1, 2024
What happens to a self managed super fund (SMSF) when a trustee dies or becomes mentally impaired? While these are circumstances that many of us would rather not think about, some time spent planning now could make a big difference to you and your family later. Australia’s 620,000 SMSFs hold an estimated $933 billion in…
The Rich Life Vol 83
July 1, 2024
Welcome to the new financial year! With the shortest day behind us, the longer days ahead will allow us to enjoy the outdoors, even if there’s still a need to rug up. The Centaur Team is thrilled to announce that Anthony Mirandilla, bringing over 17+ years of experience as a Financial Adviser, will join us…
Tax and super changes for the new financial year
July 1, 2024
The new financial year brings a host of changes to taxes that affect all 13.6 million taxpayers.i The biggest and most high-profile change is the cuts to tax rates from 1 July, which will deliver a benefit to every taxpayer, according to the Federal Government.ii With the changes and extra income on the table it…
To sell or not to sell is the question for moving into aged care
July 1, 2024
Moving into residential aged care can trigger a range of emotions, particularly if it involves the sale of the family home. What is often a major financial asset, is also one that many people believe should be either kept in the family or its value preserved for future generations. Whether or not the home has…
Transitioning into retirement: What you should know | Vanguard
June 10, 2024
By Tony Kaye, Senior Personal Finance Writer Deciding on your retirement funding options comes down to personal choice. If you’re close to retirement, chances are you’ve already spent time thinking about how to tap into your superannuation when you retire. Broadly speaking, you have a few options when you retire, as long as you’ve reached…
The Rich Life Vol 82
June 3, 2024
With Winter now officially underway, some might be heading north to warm up and others may lean into the cold on the snowfields. Whichever you choose, don’t forget the approaching end of financial year. You may have seen all of the EOFY blogs that we have been sharing over the last few weeks to help…
How to end the financial year on a high note
June 3, 2024
As the financial year draws to a close, it’s the perfect time to review your financial affairs and set the stage for a successful new financial year. By taking care of essential tasks and implementing strategic planning, you can position yourself for a smooth transition and a strong start for the year to come. Topping…
Enjoy the now and secure your future
June 3, 2024
Managing your financial situation always involves tension between how you live your life now and preparing for your future – whatever that looks like. The worry about not getting the balance right and making unnecessary sacrifices now – or not having enough money for the things you want to do in the future is a…
The scoop on resources for EOFY and how it can help your super
May 1, 2024
Our good friends at MLC have provided a plethora of useful End of Financial Year (EOFY) resources to help educate and arm you with all of the important ‘in the know’ things that can help you leading up to 30 June. This blog post will provide you with: Whilst these resources are extremely helpful, we…
Living your best life in retirement
May 1, 2024
If you’re nearing retirement age, it’s likely you’re wondering if you will have enough saved to give up work and take it easy, particularly as cost-of-living increases hit some of the basic expenses such as energy, insurance, food and health costs. Fortunately, someone has already worked out what you might need. The Association of Superannuation…
New Increased Super Contribution Caps
April 2, 2024
As the end of financial year gets closer, some investors are thinking about the most effective ways to boost their super balance, particularly with an increase in the caps on contributions from 1 July. The concessional contributions cap, which is the maximum in before-tax contributions you can add to your super each year without paying…
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