Superannuation Contributions – New Rules from 1 July 2019
Each year the Government changes the goal posts for superannuation. This year older Australians saving for retirement have been given a boost. Please read on to see if these changes apply to you.
Read MoreChanges to Centrelink Deeming Rates
Many of you will have heard of the term “deeming”. It is a method used by Centrelink to determine your income when assessing your eligibility for a benefit. Rather than have you declare the exact earnings from your shares or bank accounts, Centrelink “deem” these financial assets to earn a set rate of return.
Read MoreAutumn 2019 Newsletter
In our Autumn Newsletter we introduce some new faces to the Muirfield team, discuss the changes seen following the election (or lack thereof) and provide an update about the Centrelink energy concession. Click the button to learn all about what’s been happening.
Read MoreBudget 2019
We reflect on the events of 2018 before looking at what’s in store for investment markets in 2019.
In 2019 we see market volatility persisting given we’re facing another election, further interest rate speculation, predicted house price falls and global political games.
Read MoreRecent changes to Centrelink
We reflect on the events of 2018 before looking at what’s in store for investment markets in 2019.
In 2019 we see market volatility persisting given we’re facing another election, further interest rate speculation, predicted house price falls and global political games.
Read More2018 Year in Review and What’s Ahead
We reflect on the events of 2018 before looking at what’s in store for investment markets in 2019.
In 2019 we see market volatility persisting given we’re facing another election, further interest rate speculation, predicted house price falls and global political games.
Read MoreCommonwealth Seniors Health Card – A card for self-funded retirees
Following on from our article last month outlining the features, benefits and eligibility requirements of the Low Income Health Care Card (LIHCC), in this article we are going to look at a secondary card, the Commonwealth Seniors Health Card. Whilst this card does not provide the same wide ranging benefits as the LIHCC, it has…
Read MoreWhat’s happening with investment markets?
As I am sure you are aware we’ve experienced a lot of share market volatility in recent weeks. In order to alleviate some of the stress caused by this uncertainty we have put together a summary to help clarify the recent declines in your account balance, provide some longer-term context and highlight our investment beliefs…
Read MoreSpring 2018 Newsletter
What a time to be alive in this lovely Spring weather! Our latest Newsletter is now out and with new additions, share market changes, and spring clean ideas, we have lots to update you on. Click the button to learn all about what’s been happening.
Read MoreLow-Income Health Care Card – The Forgotten Concession
As most retirees are aware, Centrelink’s Age Pension provides income support and access to a range of concessions for eligible senior Australians. Unfortunately (or fortunately), you may find yourself deemed too wealthy for an Age Pension entitlement. Many retirees consider this the end of the road in terms of subsidising the costs of retirement, however, self-funded…
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