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Lessons in Managed Fund Flows

Since 2008, economic uncertainty and market volatility have tested the staying power of investors around the world.  Many people fled equities during the worst months of the global financial crisis, while others waited for signs of a turnaround before investing more.  Their emotional reactions may have exacted a large price on their wealth.


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Bards of the Bar

As a topic of conversation, investment is like sports. Everyone has an opinion. And the strongest opinions often come from those who spend more time in front of the TV than out on the field. Practitioners, meanwhile, are wary of anything labeled a sure thing.


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Reduce Tax

The benefit of retaining a long term relationship with your financial adviser extends way beyond the investment component. In conjunction with their retirement planning advice, Joe and Jill saved $6,270 by using Superannuation as a tool to reduce Capital Gains Tax. 


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Outlook Bright for our Region

The coal industry is looking to shrug off the negative effects of the carbon tax and skills shortage in a bid to capitalise on 21 billion tonnes of coal reserves lying in wait in the Bowen basin.


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