The feeling of financial security

by Sandy Hopps | Jul 27, 2023 | News

Financial security is a universal goal that transcends income brackets and age groups. It is not solely determined by the amount of money one possesses or earns, but rather by the feeling of reassurance and peace of mind that comes with knowing your financial...

[June 2023]: Monthly Market Update

by Sandy Hopps | Jul 23, 2023 | News

1 Bloomberg AusBond Bank 0+Y TR AUD, 2 Bloomberg AusBond Composite 0+Y TR AUD, 3 Bloomberg Barclays Global Aggregate TR Hdg AUD, 4 S&P/ASX All Ordinaries TR, 5 Vanguard International Shares Index, 6 Vanguard Intl Shares Index Hdg AUD TR, 7 Vanguard Emerging...

[TED Talk]: Warren Buffett Leaves The Audience SPEECHLESS | One of the Most Inspiring Speeches Ever

by Sandy Hopps | Jul 20, 2023 | News

Warren Buffett shares two stories about women who started from nothing and sold their businesses to the legendary investor. This is one of the greatest speeches Mr. Buffett has ever delivered and he also gives really good advice to all entrepreneurs in the audience....

Economic slump fears gave Reserve Bank reason for pause

by Sandy Hopps | Jul 20, 2023 | News

The threat of a sharper economic slowdown and job losses played into the Reserve Bank of Australia’s decision to keep interest rates on hold. The minutes from the RBA board’s July meeting contained few surprises, with the board again weighing a 25 basis point hike...

The Essential Checklist for Effective Retirement Planning

by Sandy Hopps | Jul 10, 2023 | News

Planning for retirement is not a task to be left until your final working years. The earlier you start, the more comfortable and enjoyable your retirement can be. Here’s an essential checklist to help you navigate the path to effective retirement planning. 1....