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We’re about to face one of the biggest financial shifts in Australian history, and it won’t come from the stock market, government policy, or even migration. Instead, it will come quietly, gradually and inevitably as Baby Boomers pass on their wealth to younger generations. This so-called “inheritance tsunami” will see close to $5 trillion transferred…
When you scroll through the headlines, it can feel like the world is falling apart. Interest rates are remaining higher for longer than most would like, housing is unaffordable for many, wars are raging, and climate warnings are everywhere. And yet… step back and look at the long arc of history, and a different story…
Imagine checking your bank account one morning and realising someone else has been using your name, your details, your money, and you had no idea until it was too late. It’s the kind of nightmare we all hope to avoid. But for some Australians, that risk is far higher than others and it has nothing…
How was your year in 2025? Knowing what you know now, would you do differently? I have been reflecting on what I can change ready for this new year and the most important words that came to mind were Gratitude and Privilege. I am grateful for all of the material things that I have, love,…
I’ve always believed that the start of every year is the ideal time to consider your wealth creation goals. So, why don’t you ask yourself this question: Will this be like most other years where good intentions are forgotten or put aside because of the pressures of everyday life? As the saying goes: Why put…
Imagine reaching retirement age, finally ready to enjoy the fruits of decades of hard work, only to realise you’re still sending monthly repayments to the bank. That’s the unsettling reality facing a growing number of Australians, as homeownership is being delayed later and later in life. For generations, the great Australian dream was simple: buy…
The concept of ‘living within your means’ used to be a simple way of life. In years gone by, credit cards and personal loans were much more difficult to obtain, so there was really no other option. Today, however, we live in a society that offers easy access to unsecured credit. With the average Australian…
The topic of inheritance is often shrouded in a cloud of complexity and misconception. Many people think that sophisticated estate planning tools like testamentary trusts are only for the wealthy elite. However, this couldn’t be further from the truth. With rising divorce rates and the increasing complexity of modern families, testamentary trusts and other estate…
It’s always fascinating to look forward a decade and imagine what Australia’s property markets might look like. Of course, we can’t predict the future with precision, but we can look at the big demographic, social and economic trends already in motion today. And when you connect the dots — population growth, the passing of wealth…
Australia is at the precipice of a monumental shift in property ownership, thanks in large part to an aging population. The Baby Boomer generation is aging, and with that will come a massive transfer of wealth. Bernard Salt wrote an insightful column in The Australian – “Get ready for Australia’s great home inheritance avalanche,” suggesting…
