Those of you that come to the office will be aware that, as a Sydney Wildlife Animal Volunteer, I often have orphaned and injured animals in care. This week we have these two gorgeous baby lorrikeets to feed. So cute but boy they can make a noise. Extremely effective however, in waking up sleeping teenagers!
One of my jobs is to help clients make sensible decisions about money. One of the most common questions I get is, “Should I repay the home loan, invest or put money into super”? And, perhaps unsurprisingly, the answer is always that it depends …. each individual needs to make a decision based on their personal values… Read More Do I pay off the home loan, invest or put more into super?
http://vimeo.com/86373918 More silly antics, from slightly higher up! I’m the one in black – the lady in the purple by the way is an inspirational age 55!
Were you aware that fixed interest mortgage rates are pretty much at 20 year lows? Look at the purple line on the graph below. So in many ways it makes sense to lock in a fixed rate now. If not for your entire loan, then at least for the part of your home loan that you don’t… Read More To Fix or not to Fix
One of my favourite and most inspirational clients is, among multiple other things, the president-elect of the City of Sydney Rotary. Rotary is all about serving people in the community both locally and globally in times of need – they do fabulous work. They hold multiple fund-raising events and are always in need of helpers, volunteers,… Read More Workshop Offer
In the October Reflect (have you read it yet?), I mentioned being interviewed by the Chartered Accountants of England & Wales magazine, Economia … There are times when Lindsay Bridgland is standing on the topmost diving board and wonders just what she is doing. “When you jump in the air you’re probably 5m above the water,… Read More Interviewed by Economia
If only this had been available when I was studying Economics at University all those years ago in the Welsh hills. Check out this video for a great explanation of why governments are reducing interest rates, printing money and buying bonds. It is so user friendly that even the kids will love it! Once watched,… Read More Economics made easy
Hello, Another busy month of seemingly perpetual motion on this end! There have been some interesting highlights. The school holidays included a trip to Brisbane to watch short thing compete in a sports aerobics competition. If your daughters are thinking of going down this path, beware. Imagine listening to a well known eighties disco tune,… Read More October Reflect
Following on from the “talking to your parents about their finances” webinar, here is some further info for you. You need 3 documents to deal with your ageing parents, or for your children to deal with you! An enduring power of attourney – to make financial decisions, A will, and An enduring power of guardianship –… Read More Legal docs for Aging parents
The video is my first webinar and deals with talking about finances with your family, specifically talking with your parents about their finances, and the topic of aged care. Please share it with family and friends and of course, should you have any questions about anything, don’t hesitate to contact me: 02 8090 4112 or 07… Read More Webinar: Talking About Finances & Aged Care
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