For discerning families that want to ensure there are no conflicts or biases in the advice they receive, an Independent Financial Planner is the obvious choice.

Since we as investors cannot control the fluctuating nature of the stock market, the best we can do is understand it better so we can invest more wisely.

While it may seem intuitive to spread your investments around, there is some science behind the process. We can diversify our portfolios in a number of ways. Read the article to learn more.

When we talk about particular asset classes, we refer to a group of investments that fall into the main categories discussed below. You will note that each asset class has different characteristics.

This blog is the first in a three-part series explaining Financial Risk. In our first article, we will discuss what risk is and how the risk/reward relationship is relevant to your financial situation. Stay tuned for our next two articles to learn more about financial risk.

It is important to have a will to save your friends and family a lot of extra stress in the event that you pass away. We have compile a list of things to consider when writing your will.

In Australia there are a number of remuneration structures which exist for Financial Planners. Ensure you are aware of how your Financial Planner gets paid and that they act in your best interests.

“How we deal with passing superannuation on the death of one spouse or both spouses requires more thought and requires thinking about ... is it better to use structures like testamentary trust in wills or even skip generations and leave it with adult children or grandchildren?”

That suggests there are significant opportunities for advisers to connect with clients by providing jargon-free advice and educational resources while promoting their specific expertise in areas where there are already advice gaps,” the report said.

Self-managed super funds are just that, self-managed.  This allows for an extra level of control over the funds that you wouldn't be afforded with a regular super fund.  With a Self Managed Super Fund you are able to take responsibility for the risk profile and investment choices of all of your assets. Read more to see if it is the right choice for you.

Superannuation has existed in Australia since the early 1900's. As our population ages, the rules around your Superannuation change. It is often difficult to keep track of the basics of Super, so we have created this quick guide to answer some of your questions.

There are a few things you need to know when choosing a super fund. It is important to do some research and ask around before you commit to your chosen fund.

Successful investing means not only accepting risks that generate expected returns, but reducing risks that do not. Avoidable risks include holding too few securities, betting on specific countries or industries, following market predictions, and investing in flawed products. Below we have listed three golden rules that will help you invest wisely.

We have listed some basic Pro's and Con's about insurance through super, which might help in your decision making process.

It can be difficult choosing a Financial Planner. There are so many factors that we need to take into consideration when choosing to work with someone who is right for our needs. We have compiled a quick list of three important factors to help you choose a Financial Planner.

Seeking financial advice can be valuable at any stage of life, here we have picked out a few key periods where speaking to a Financial Planner can help you navigate through and manage your financial goals.

It isn't unusual to worry about heading into the unknown of life after work. We have written a brief guide to help you get organised and start planning for your retirement.