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…
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…
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…
In 2020, more than ever before, and in light of the recently introduced COVID-19 Government superannuation relief measures, we recommend reviewing your superannuation strategy well in advance of the end of the financial year. Certainly, it’s a pertinent time to consider your investment strategy and understand that share market corrections may create market opportunities. And…
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…
We hope you are doing well during these extraordinary times. We also want you to know that we are well informed and here to help you understand the financial support measures that are available both now, and as new measures emerge. Here we have prepared a quick summary of the key facts.
These are certainly extraordinary times for everyone and we want you to know that we’re here to provide you with support and reassurance. As a firm, we are well established, financially sound (yes, we take our own financial advice) and extremely well placed in terms of technology. May we also assure you that while team…
The Australian Prudential Regulatory Authority (APRA) recently announced a range of measures to income protection that aims to sustain this important insurance. Here I summarise why these changes are SO important, and why high-income earners and self-employed business owners in industries that include mining and resources need to act NOW to benefit from favourable definitions that will soon be removed.…
Feeling exhausted and overwhelmed are natural and normal for anyone who is faced with separation or divorce. We understand, and we’re here to help you through this very challenging time.
We know that mining and resources business owners work long hours, often in complex environments, to build successful businesses. As a consequence, it is common for them to overlook important business issues that can have significant implications on both the business and their own personal wealth.