SMSF members may fall short of an affluent retirement
Sarah Kendell
The average SMSF trustee is on track to achieve a comfortable lifestyle in retirement, but may fall short of the affluence that many self-ma
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International REITs boost risk-adjusted returns
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More rate cuts expected as unemployment rises
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Market volatility sees SMSF trading frequency increase
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Trustees should consider portfolio insurance
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Small caps may see boost from low rates, tax cuts
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RBA reveals September cash rate call
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