"Retirement is not the end of the road. It is the beginning of the open highway." — Unknown Many Australians in their late 50s and early 60s dream of freeing up time — more mornings with coffee, more time with family,…
It’s the big question on everyone’s mind: Can I withdraw from my superannuation early? The purpose of having a super fund is to accumulate it over time as a long-term investment to set you up for retirement. This being said,…
Big changes are coming to aged care, affecting how support is accessed, funded, and delivered across Australia. Whether you're planning for your own future or helping a loved one navigate care options, it's essential to understand these aged care changes and…
Our team at Elliot Watson Financial Planning have shared their top tips for the new financial year. If you are starting out, have a growing family, are planning for retirement or are retired, our advisors have shared their key insights…
For many Australians at the retirement stage, a trip around Australia is a big-ticket item on the bucket list. What does it take to become a “grey nomad” and take on Australia? A huge factor is budget and a keen…
Have you ever heard of a KIPPER? Perhaps you have one or two living under your roof. Don’t worry; they’re not a rare type of marsupial. They’re likely to be your own sweet adult children who have earned the term…
Here is what you need to be doing in your 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s and 60s to prosper in retirement. Do you know how much superannuation you need to maintain your lifestyle in retirement? Your super is designed to last…
Salary sacrificing (also known as salary packaging or total remuneration packaging.) is when you organise your salary with your employer to include benefits and income. This strategy can be an effective benefit that allows you to enjoy your money before…
Many Australians do not consult financial planners because of preconceived misconceptions they hold about advisers. No matter what your stage in life consulting a financial adviser is an investment in your future. A financial planner will work with you to…
Receiving advice from a trusted financial adviser gives you the opportunity to make you more money than going it alone. With a net return of 3% generally made through receiving advice[1], even when you factor in a fee of 1.1%,…