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- September 20, 2018 - Advantages and Tips in Investing in a Listed Investment Company
Listed Investment Vehicles (LICs) make up a good portion of the managed funds you can trade in the ASX. Around 100 LICs are listed in the ASX, amounting to a combined valuation of at least $30 billion. LICs usually fall into one of the following investment categories, depending on what their managed portfolio contains: - more » - September 20, 2018 - Advantages and Disadvantages of Property Investment
Buying a property and then converting it into an income-generating investment is a popular practice in Australia. Many see it as an easy way to get additional income since all you need to do is execute the ‘buy and hold’ strategy. That’s not necessarily the case, though. There are several factors you have to consider more » - August 20, 2018 - Working with Overseas Clients as a Financial Planner
With the plethora of messaging apps that can connect you with anyone from any part of the world, there’s really no excuse to not get in touch with your clients. Technology has eliminated the communication barriers that used to hinder people from talking with others from overseas. So, is it possible to continue working as more » - August 20, 2018 - How is Australia’s Balance of Payments Doing?
The Balance of Payments (BOP) is a report that summarizes the transactions that transpired between Australia and the rest of the world. It is a reporting system that contains consolidated accounts where many other financial reports can be broken down and derived. This is generated quarterly by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). Contents more »