5 December 2014
Ballina Rides Wave of Financial Planning Success
The scenic coastal town of Ballina and the greater Northern Rivers region in Northern New South Wales has long been considered a lifestyle draw card. Read more
4 December 2014
Are property investors over-extending themselves?
Property investors are being lulled into a false sense of security due to the current historically low interest rates, claims a wealth management firm. Read more
2 December 2014
Brisbane Reaps Benefits of Sound Financial Planning
From Generation Y to Baby Boomers and everyone in between, across Brisbane there has been a noticeable upsurge in savvy residents and business owners seeking the advice of qualified financial planners. Read more
2 December 2014
Company Snapshot - Lend Lease Group (LLC)
LLC is an international property and infrastructure group with operations globally. Its businesses encompass all aspects of property and infrastructure development from master planning and construction through to maintenance and investment management. Read more
2 December 2014
Elston Annual Camping Trip
On 31 October, a number of Elston employees and their children (36 to be exact!) headed to South Stradbroke Island for their annual Family Camping Trip. Read more
2 December 2014
Elston Picnic Races
The 2014 Elston Picnic Races have once again been a massive hit! The day was a great opportunity for the Wide Bay team to support what has become a major event in the local calendar. Read more
2 December 2014
Elston House - Brisbane Office Moving
It will be an exciting New Year for Elston’s Brisbane office with a move to a brand new modern commercial and retail space. Situated on the city fringe in vibrant Fortitude Valley adjacent to the bustling James Street precinct, these new premises will house the growing Elston team. Read more
2 December 2014
Insurance Policy Ownership: Your Options
In previous articles we have discussed how to go about calculating appropriate levels of life and disability insurance cover based on individual needs. Once that is done, it is important to consider the most appropriate ownership structures and beneficiary options. Read more
2 December 2014
Dividend Reinvestment Plans (DRPs)
While not offered by all companies, the basic idea behind a Dividend Reinvestment Plan (DRP) is that an investor has the choice of either taking dividends in the form of cash or extra shares to an equivalent amount. Investors should however be aware that the dividend is assessable income regardless of whether they receive it as cash or shares. Read more
