How did we get here? Talks between the two sides broke down in May after US officials accused China of pulling back from commitments it had made previously, just when negotiations were nearly finished. The US has accused China of allowing intellectual property theft...
Election Outcome: Nothing to see here folks, business as usual
Well, the election is over, the Coalition has been re-elected and will likely form a majority government in the lower house. This means they won’t have to rely on deals with other parties to get their announced policies through. While there is a risk on one hand, that...
Don’t blow your retirement cash to buy a Porsche to qualify for a Centrelink pension
You may have seen a lot of press lately surrounding Labor’s proposed polices targeting franking credit refunds, negative gearing and pension thresholds. We just wanted to let you know that AAG are across these issues, including some rather creative solutions from...
Counting the Cost of a Curveball
Here’s a confronting question: what would you do if the main breadwinner in your household could no longer bring in an income? Do you have a Plan B? Most people don’t. That’s where insurance comes in. Curveballs. They’re unexpected, often deceptive and it’s impossible...
Are you worried about the future of your superannuation?
In years gone by, the greatest asset for many Australians was their family home. These days with compulsory and voluntary super contributions, your greatest asset could one day be your super. There are currently no representatives in parliament specifically mandated...
A Few Interesting Facts About Retirement
Given the financial demands of everyday life, planning your retirement may be a relatively low priority. You may also think that you have plenty of time to plan. But before you put off planning for your retirement any longer, here are some key facts you should...