by Bottrell WealthJune 2023 Welcome to our June newsletter and, as the winter sets in and the end of the financial year approaches, it’s a good chance to spend some time tidying up and reviewing your finances. Concerns that the Reserve Bank may lift interest rates this month, along with the drama over the US debt ceiling […]
by Bottrell WealthMay 2023 As the days get shorter and temperatures begin to fall, Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers is working to complete his second Budget, due to be delivered on Tuesday 9 May. All eyes will be on the Reserve Bank board next week as it meets prior to the Federal Budget to decide whether or not […]
by Bottrell WealthSome people may think that a financial adviser’s role is to forecast the direction of the share market from month to month and invest clients’ money accordingly. This is not the reality, of course. Investments are only one small part of what your financial adviser can provide for you. Some of the key areas that […]
by Bottrell WealthWhen governments propose changes to laws, many people mistakenly believe that law is already in place. On the contrary, the path from proposal to law is not as straight-forward as you might think. When an unpopular or contentious bill is announced, perhaps because of the attention it receives from the media, everyday Australians are sometimes […]
by Bottrell WealthJust as everyone should have a trusted health professional to rely on, so should everyone have a trusted financial planner. Professional financial advice isn’t just for the wealthy. Financial planning is about establishing a long-term strategy to secure your financial future with the lifestyle and living standards you desire, regardless of your starting point. ‘Value’ […]
by Bottrell WealthBeing made redundant from your job can be hard to accept. It is the sudden shock that catches most people – but try not to take it personally. Redundancy is usually not about your personal performance; it’s the performance of your employer’s business, the industry sector in which you work, or even the global economy. […]
by Bottrell WealthThe latest buzzword is “innovation”, but you don’t have to be young to be innovative – ask any ‘senior entrepreneur’! Reaching the seventh decade is an achievement that is nothing like it was for previous generations. Improved medical technology, and a better understanding of staying fit and healthy for longer is making a positive impact […]
by Bottrell WealthWhen it comes to getting the most (money) from your annual tax return, there is usually a lot to think about, so we’ve identified a few options that could open the door to some opportunities to save on tax. The key here is to plan ahead. Deductions — lower your tax liability * Pay now […]
by Bottrell WealthWhen I first met Geoff, he had just set up his own printing business in his garage and was earning a moderate income. After borrowing to finance his equipment and start-up costs, it dawned on Geoff that if he were unable to work, he could find himself in serious financial difficulty. I pointed out a […]
by Bottrell WealthNavigating the plethora of available investment options can be tricky and with access to new markets opening up, choosing the best way to find alpha, decrease risk or diversify is difficult. Exchange traded funds (ETFs) may be a useful tool for some investors. Firstly though it’s important to note that ETFs are considered by ASIC to […]