There are lots of words starting with C – Cute, Charming, Captivating all can be used to describe Children … but can you Calculate how much Cash you will require to bring them up? Proceed Cautiously. While Children are a reason to Celebrate they can also be a real financial Catch. And they Certainly…
So you want to be a property investor? But where to start? And what to buy? When considering property investment most people choose residential – and there are plenty of good reasons why this is a sound decision. There will always be a demand for housing. After all, people have to live somewhere. Choosing the…
Don’t let the name fool you, while Self Managed Super Funds (SMSF) might sound easy, there is a lot involved that needs to be considered. Should you self manage your super funds? Self Managed Super Funds are essentially a legal tax structure with the sole purpose of providing for your retirement. They operate under…
You’re young, have a steady job with a decent income and the future looks bright. But how bright? What should you do with that extra bit of cash you have in your pocket? It’s easy to spend big on nights out and high-end fashion labels. The ‘now’ generation is all about immediate satisfaction and instant…
In 2016, the average Australian household grocery spend was between $100 for a single person to more than $300 for a family of four, each week. This adds up to thousands of hard-earned dollars every year. If you were investing the equivalent in shares or super, you would research to ensure you maximised your return. …
Don’t let the changes to Superannuation put you on the sideline. Just because the Government has changed the goal posts, Campbell Green can help keep you in the game. In last year’s Federal Budget, the Australian Government announced some significant changes to Superannuation, which took effect on 1 July 2017. The changes were designed to…
Do you scramble around at tax time every year sifting through paperwork, trying to find receipts and records? Would you like to pay less tax but are not proactive enough? Is your accountant being proactive on your behalf? You need to be confident you are claiming everything you’re entitled to, not only to reduce your…
The Australian Government has come up with a super way to help first home buyers save for a deposit, with the announcement of the First Home Super Saver scheme in the 2017 Federal Budget. Designed to help first home buyers to get on the ladder sooner, from 1 July 2017 the scheme will allow…
So you’ve got a little bit of money set aside and you’re ready to watch it grow. But which investment will give you the best bang for your buck? It’s an age old question – which is the better investment – Property or Shares? There is a wealth of information out there and if you…
Imagine the feeling of being free. You might think this freedom you seek is merely a dream, but what if we told you it is achievable? What if we told you that you could become the boss of your finances? First of all let’s ask ourselves this: What is financial freedom? Is it being debt…
