Recent Commentary
SMSFs versus industry funds
It's horses for courses when it comes to where you want to put your superannuation money. Some industry funds are doing quite well but well-invested SMSFs are also strong.
The pros and cons of annuities and SuperStream
This week, we respond to queries about the attractiveness of annuities and SuperStream obligations for SMSF trustees.
Local futures and US Treasury Bonds
This week, we answer subscriber questions about the SPI as a predictor of the ASX and how to get access to US Treasuries.
The right international share strategy
The Australian market is a small drop in the ocean compared to the rest of the world, so it makes sense to have some exposure to global shares. Today we answer a question around the best way to do it.
ETFs and listed bonds, floating-rate notes and hybrids
Today, we answer queries from readers about how and when to include ETFs in a portfolio and whether or not some alternative investments in the fixed income space are good value at the moment.
Bank fear and when to buy ETFs
Today’s questions cover needless fear of banks and when, and how, to get into exchanged traded funds (ETFs).