Last night’s federal budget stood out on a tax perspective and there were a couple of other positives to be found. Importantly, we’ve just clocked two consecutive budgets without major superannuation meddling. And the super changes we did get were positive. Pensioners The Pension Loans Scheme will be opened to all Australians over 65, including full […]
The 2018 NSW Seniors Festival runs from Wednesday 4 April to Sunday 15 April and aims to celebrate the valuable contributions seniors make to our community. Seniors Festival also serves as a reminder for our seniors to remain active, take advantage of available services and seek assistance where required. Foundation Wealth Planners have put together […]
After a period of relative calm in the markets, in recent days the increase in volatility in the stock market has resulted in renewed anxiety for many investors. From February 1–5, the US market (as measured by the Russell 3000 Index) fell almost 6% and in Australia, the S&P/ASX 300 Index fell almost 5% during […]
Answer: You have to have both to be eligible for the Family Energy Rebate. The Family Energy Rebate is a state government payment that assists NSW family households in receipt of the Family Tax Benefit in covering energy bills. Depending on your circumstances you could be eligible to $180 a year. To be eligible you […]
If you’ve spent any of your time listening to talkback radio or reading discussions online you’ll know wading into politics can be a dangerous game. Hot-headed people escalate arguments at the drop of a hat over the fortunes or criticism of their side. So when politicians wade into our own industry or our areas of […]