September 2015 - Avante Financial Services

Monthly Archives: September 2015

Sep 30

Gap Year in your 40’s

Imagine taking a year to volunteer abroad on a conservation project or to build houses for the poor. Or you may wish to share the skills you’ve learned with others or learn a new skill yourself…  Some companies even have sabbatical programs that encourage staff to take time out of their jobs to further their education, […]

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Sep 23

Tips for Selling Your Home

How to prepare your property for a successful sale We don’t tend to move that often – more than half of us have been in our present house for over five years. So if you’re selling your house it’s important to get it right. Here are some tips to help put you on the right track […]

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Sep 19

Super in a Nutshell

If your super’s in the too-hard basket, read on so you can take control and make the most of your money.The Australian superannuation system comprises money from working and retired Australians. All up, it’s projected to total $8 trillion by 2033 and some of that is likely to be your money. If you take an […]

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Sep 16

Part-time Work: Tips and Traps

Can you live the dream? If you’ve ever daydreamed about working less hours, returning to a shorter week after having a baby or reducing your work days before retirement, there’s a lot to consider before making the move to a changed lifestyle.Australia has one of the highest rates of part-time, temporary or self-employed workers in the […]

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Sep 12

Money Advice: 10 reasons kids won’t listen

Every parent wants the best for their children but kids often won’t listen to the wisdom of your experience, especially when it comes to money. Don’t give up! Here are some of the common beliefs and misconceptions kids have about managing money—and how you could get them to take your advice. 1. Money buys happiness […]

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Sep 09

Direct Insurance vs Adviser

Video: Direct Insurance vs. Adviser Part 1 Read the transcript below:Hi! It’s Mohamed Said here. Today I would like to talk to you about buying insurance from the direct insurance like you see on TV or coming to a financial adviser like myself and getting insurance from an adviser.First of all, they have some benefits […]

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Sep 01

Financial Planning Frequently Asked Question’s

1. What is financial planning? Financial planning is about creating and implementing an approach to guide you with your finances and make a pathway for growth. It’s not just about managing your money- it is critical to have goals and strategies to increase your wealth and protect what you’ve built. That is why it is important […]

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