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24/07/2023

Using Investments To Pay Off The Home Loan Quicker

Most home owners with a mortgage would like to own their home debt-free as quickly as possible. However most people do nothing beyond making the minimum repayments over the life of the loan. Some will make sacrifices to their…

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24/07/2023

How Much Will You Need to Retire Comfortably?

As a ‘general rule’, here at Pillar we suggest that most of our clients should aim to retire on roughly 50% of their current household income, assuming they carry no personal debt into retirement. Regardless, preparing for retirement is…

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13/07/2023

WHEN WILL INTEREST RATES BEGIN TO SLIDE BACK AGAIN?

Experts’ Views on the Timing of Interest Rate Reductions in Australia are varied. Whilst nobody has a crystal ball, there seems to be some consensus around early 2024. Current indicators are promising, with Forbes reporting that spending on discretionary…

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13/07/2023

IT’S TAX TIME (AGAIN)

The tax return deadline if you’re lodging your tax return yourself is October 31, 2023. This date can be extended if you are using a tax agent or accountant, but you will still need to engage them by October…

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20/06/2023

Maximising Your Tax Savings: Smart Strategies 

Tax planning plays a crucial role in effectively managing your finances and maximising your tax return. By employing a few smart strategies like those discussed below, you can optimise your financial situation and receive more money after completing your…

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15/05/2023

The Benefits Of Working With A Financial Planner 

Not everyone uses a financial planner. There are several crucially important benefits to doing so, however. Regardless of your goals, a financial planner can help you in a variety of ways to plan your future and help you achieve…

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