What are some of the big ideas, the themes, that are likely to influence the economy, both locally and globally, in coming years? How about Australia’s aging population? As we collectively grow older we should see increasing demand for assisted accommodation, leisure and entertainment services, escorted travel, pharmaceuticals, healthcare and more. Waste is a growing problem.
Concentration risk. No, it’s nothing to do with thinking too hard about something. In fact, it’s more likely to be a result of not paying enough attention.
While women earn less and spend less time in the workforce than men, sharply eroding their super contributions throughout their working lives, there are some simple steps women can take to boost their retirement savings.
Buying a property is one of the biggest investments many people will make in their lives. When it comes to securing a mortgage, many buyers may be so focused on the immediate steps ahead that they don’t consider having the right protections in place first.
Having spent most of our lives accumulating retirement savings, it is easy to understand why retirees are fearful of spending their hard-earned nest egg.