Rob Gilmour

I was recently tipped off by Peter Hannah in my office about the 28 Degrees Platinum Mastercard credit card.  This is a credit card designed for international travel and online shopping as it has no fees on overseas purchases, no currency conversion fee, and no foreign transaction fees. On top of all that, it has… [Read More]

While we won’t know until the 18 May if the recent Federal Budget will be destined for the recycle bin, here is a quick summary of the superannuation-specific measures. Improved flexibility for people aged 65 and 66 (the work test) The ability to make voluntary contributions (both concessional and non-concessional) will be extended to those… [Read More]

In this video, I discuss how I ended up with reading glasses as I reviewed my private health cover! I also discuss economic and market developments over the month of March and what to expect with the upcoming Federal Budget and looming elections. If you would like further insights or would just like to chat… [Read More]

It’s that time of year when we get slugged with increases in the premiums for private health cover.  Interestingly, in the latest Choice survey of 1,000 Australians, health insurance has now overtaken electricity as the main household cost concern! Here are a couple of tips to save you money on private health cover. Review your… [Read More]

Superannuation is always a contentious area and subject to constant interference by governments tinkering with the rules.  A change of government will again see a shift in the goal posts for superannuation and the ability of people work towards a self-funded retirement. Many of the Labor super proposals are about contributions and will further restrict… [Read More]

In this video, I discuss how a change of tact by the US Federal Reserve on interest rates has seen markets rally from December lows, as well as the implications of the Banking Royal Commission now that the final report has been released.   If you would like further insights or would just like to… [Read More]