How to save for retirement at every age

How to save for retirement at every age No matter how old you are or where you’re at with your financial goals, it’s important to plan for your retirement. The average Australian now lives to 82.8 years, making retirement a life stage that can continue for two decades or longer. So while this milestone may seem like a lifetime away now, it’s never too early or late to start planning for retirement. Our decade-by-decade guide …

Property development in an SMSF: direct ownership | AMP Capital

Property development in an SMSF: direct ownership In the previous article on property development in an SMSF, we covered the main things that should be considered no matter what type of structure is used for the property development. This week we will look at a fund that has been instructed to purchase a property and owns it directly. When a decision is made for an SMSF to purchase or acquire a property, who the property …

Why does insurance matter? The importance of insurance

Why does insurance matter? The importance of insurance If you’ve ever wondered about the value of insurance, find out about AMP’s approach to claims and what we paid in 2017. If you pay your insurance premiums and never get anything in return – other than the peace of mind of knowing you’re protected – you’re one of the lucky ones, blessed by good health and wellbeing. But for those that find themselves having to make …