First home super saver scheme (FHSSS)

From 1 July 2018, the First Home Super Saver Scheme will allow eligible prospective first homebuyers to withdraw their voluntary superannuation contributions and, an amount of associated earnings, to assist with the purchase or construction of their first home. In this animation, we explore this in … [Read more...]

2018-19 financial year: Top 10 legislative updates

We are now into the 2018-19 financial year; there are several finalised (as well as pending) legislative updates that are due to take effect either from 1 July or later in the year. In this article, we briefly touch on the top 10 that may be relevant to your financial situation, goals and … [Read more...]

Edward (Ted) Martin

I have been a client of Stephen Mason (taxation) for over 20 years. After receiving a redundancy from my employer, I found myself wondering what my next step would be.  After an initial chat with Stephen, I found that all my worries had subsided. Something that was way too complicated for me … [Read more...]

What reality are you creating for yourself?

Beliefs on money are protective or liberating ideas, thoughts, or opinions that you hold about money. In this TED Talk, an inspirational individual, Isaac Lidsky, challenges us to let go of excuses, assumptions and fears, and accept the awesome responsibility of being the creators of our own … [Read more...]