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Thank You For Giving Us a Why
Another year is nearly over and as we begin to wind down for 2018, we are already looking towards a new year in anticipation of what is possible.
How Does Retired Life Look For You? Are You Really Prepared?
As we head towards the end of the calendar year, the break over Christmas sometimes provides an opportunity for us to take stock. For some of us, that may mean a reflection on our plans for retirement.
Why You Need a Will
Taking stock of the year and your life may include everything and anything from business and career to family and health. And one of the best ways to reflect on what is important and organise yourself is to review, update or create your Will.
Christmas is Coming, So Time to Get Your Financial House is Order!
It's not too many weeks now before Christmas will be upon us, and most people have some downtime over the Christmas/New Year period.
Recent Market Activity = Time & Patience
In Leo Tolstoy's great novel 'War and Peace', a Russian general charged with defeating Napoleon and expelling the French from Russian soil argued against rushing into battle, saying the strongest of all warriors were "time and patience".
Who is Controlling the Finances in Your Life?
In many aspects of our lives we'll find ourselves either pursuing areas of expertise or delegating to those who can better utilise their skills for an improved outcome. Alternatively, you can watch DIY Youtube videos for guidance.
The Market is Going Down. How Does This Affect You?
The last week or so has seen the Australian share market drop to a 6 month low, with the ASX200 finishing at 5,837.1 points on Monday.
Your Greatest Asset is Your Ability to Generate an Income
This week we're continuing our education theme on insurance, and we'll branch into one of the more common types of insurance, that of income protection.
TPD Insurance is a Safety Net For When the Unthinkable Happens
How long could your family survive financially if you were suddenly unable to work? This week we'll continue our discussion on insurances, but focus on Total and Permanent Disability or TPD insurance.
The Reality of Insurance; It's There When You Can't Be
How long could you last financially if you lost your job, or worse, couldn't work at all?
The Cost of Doom & Gloom
We've certainly been hearing a lot of doom and gloom in the news lately. If it's not something to do with our politicians, it's a focus on the housing crisis or the teetering global economy.
Protecting Your Business Now, & in the Future
This week's article is directed towards small business owners, and specifically around protection for the business asset.
How to Effectively Manage Cashflow
We often bandy around the phrase "cashflow" but it's probably time we took a deeper dive into this concept. "Cashflow" refers to the amount of money coming into your accounts or your business, as well as the amount that's going out.
Are You Ready to Grow Your Wealth? Then it's Time to do This!
We've recently spent some time discussing the importance of defining your relationship with money and then getting clear on how to make a start with an investment plan.
How to Use Your Tax Return to Kickstart an Investment Portfolio
It may come as a surprise to learn that the biggest regret most people have with their investing is not where they've placed their money.
How Your Values Influence Your Wealth
We spend a lot of time discussing what the best strategies and tips are for growing your wealth position, but one thing we need to get clear on is why you're building or preserving wealth in the first place?
Why You Must Always Pay Yourself
This week's topic – the importance of paying yourself - can be more complicated than it seems on first glance.
The Latest Legislative Changes for Business
If you're in business or find yourself in a decision making role in someone else's business, then this week's content is for you.
What is The Real Value of Your Investment Dollar & Returns?
Anyone who has spoken to their parents or grandparents about the cost of living will be familiar with the idea that the relative value of money has changed over time.
How to Grow a Wealth Mindset
For those who are interested in building your knowledge level around wealth, this week's post is for you! Here at Schuh Group, we encourage you to become as educated as possible in the field of investing and money management.