Tax deductible donations: Get the most out of giving back | Money & Life

Tax deductible donations: Get the most out of giving back Giving to charity can be a great way to help others and give your tax return a boost, but not all donations are tax deductible. Here’s what you need to know about making a tax deductible donation. Donating to a charity or cause you care about is a win-win for both you and the charity. Charities rely on the generosity of donors to help them …

The RBA’s progress report on the Australian economy | AMP Capital

The RBA’s progress report on the Australian economy At the Reserve Bank of Australia’s (RBA’s) meeting this week, there were no great surprises. The central bank left the cash rate on hold at 0.25% for the fourth month in a row, and no change is expected there at the moment. I don’t see the RBA moving into negative territory with rates, as there is no substantial evidence that approach would be effective. The RBA indicated …

After the Bell: daily market update, June 25 | AMP Capital

ECONOMICS & MARKETS After the Bell: daily market update, June 25 ASX took a tumble today as trade and virus fears look like they’re giving markets the jitters. Portfolio strategist, Brad Creighton, explains. Important information While every care has been taken in the preparation of this video, AMP Capital Investors Limited (ABN 59 001 777 591, AFSL 232497) and AMP Capital Funds Management Limited (ABN 15 159 557 721, AFSL 426455) makes no representations or …

The unwritten rules of gift-giving

The unwritten rules of gift-giving The holiday season is full of tough questions. What to wear to the office Christmas party, whether to go in for seconds (or thirds) of ham, how long leftover seafood keeps for (don’t push it), whether pudding is an acceptable Boxing Day breakfast (it is). But the toughest dilemmas of all have to do with exchanging gifts. If you’re feeling a bit nervous about gift shopping, you’re not alone. A …

Isn’t it better to give than to receive?

Isn’t it better to give than to receive? You start with the best intentions to embrace the true spirit of the season but, by about December 23, it’s reduced to a manic rush to the shops highlighted by car park rage, last-minute trips to 7-11 for wrapping paper and catering to bizarre meal requests for Aunty Beryl. True reflection comes about 3.30pm on Christmas Day when the over-indulgence really kicks in. A time for helping …