Under the lights of the gala celebration of the EIGHTH annual ifa Excellence Awards held in Sydney recently, it’s difficult to make out the names of the winners. However, for Brisbane-based Stratus Financial Group they are perfectly clear: James Marshall, Holistic Adviser of the Year; and Stratus Financial Group, Holistic Advice Firm of the Year,…
In this video, James Marshall, Financial Adviser explores FIVE important financial matters expatriates need to consider.
As COVID-19 restrictions begin to ease in Queensland, and Victoria and New South Wales experience a second wave, a new normal is emerging for families, businesses and employees as many come to terms with the financial impacts of lockdown. While the possibility (or reality) of adapting to a life with reduced income may sound like…
Prepared for mining and resources executives and employees who have an Executive Share Scheme (ESS) as part of their salary package, this document provides an insight into the nature of ESS. We aim to create an awareness of the inherent complexity involved in managing an ESS, the requirement for constant review and the high probability…
To engage Stratus Financial Group means partnering with people who are fully committed to helping you live your best life. It means working with team members who realise that what you really want from your financial adviser, in addition to advice and the coordination of your financial resources, is a sincere understanding of what is…
For recipients of a past, current or future executive share scheme living in Australia or overseas, this video summarises key considerations as well as why you need specialist advice to make the most of your ESS: Vesting and the crucial decision about what you should do with newly vested shares; The implications of multiple tax…
Most executives in industries that include mining and resources would agree that the opportunity to live and work overseas – whether permanently or temporarily – is an exciting part of their career. Many may not be aware, however, of the implications for their executive share scheme (ESS) of living in different tax jurisdictions. Multi-jurisdictional taxation,…
Many would agree that the impacts of COVID-19 remind us of what is most important in our lives: family, friends, the opportunity to work and the freedom to travel. And while it is understandable that the impact of the pandemic on your financial situation is preoccupying your thoughts at this moment, we encourage you to…
Executives who hold a large proportion of their overall wealth in an executive share scheme (ESS) need to be aware of the potential disadvantages of being in a ‘top heavy’ financial position. For executives whose ESS may account for the majority of their wealth, it is important to understand the risks and implications associated with…
The share market is nothing short of a roller coaster ride and investors are holding on tight. When it comes to mining and resources companies some share prices are holding their own so far, but others are well down. So, what does this mean for Executive Share Schemes (ESS)? How would your personal wealth and…