July 2016 - Avante Financial Services

Monthly Archives: July 2016

Jul 27

Redundancy that works for you!

Online source: AMP Make your redundancy work for you.Make your redundancy work for you Have you recently received your redundancy and are now considering early retirement – you’re probably looking forward to relaxing and enjoying all those things you’ve planned. So, how do you make sure you choose the most effective strategy for your personal situation […]

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Jul 20

Would you caravan?

If you’re thinking about taking the family on a great Aussie adventure or perhaps considering buying a caravan to see out your golden years, read on to find out what you need to know. Did you know that 85% of Australians have been either caravanning or camping at least once in their life? And 73% of […]

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Jul 16

Senior entrepreneur

Online source: Produced by AMP Life Limited and published on 28 July 2015Six tips on becoming a senior entrepreneur Retirement is not a destination, it’s another stage in life’s journey—and that’s never been truer than today, as many over-50s are rejecting the quiet life and starting their own businesses. Do you want to do the […]

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Jul 13

Transition to retirement strategies!

A transition to retirement strategy could allow you to work less, or work the same hours and increase your superannuation, without reducing your take-home pay. Even if you’re nearing retirement age you mightn’t be looking to leave the workforce just yet. Maybe you want to save more money or perhaps you enjoy the interaction and […]

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Jul 09

Smartphone: can’t live without it.

The nation’s fixation with logging on with their smartphone has people glancing at their devices more than 440 million times a day. Digital devices in Australia have not only changed the way we communicate, but how we socialise, plan, work, transact, access information and entertain ourselves—not to mention, multi-task! The advancement of digital technology has […]

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Jul 06

Gap year in your 40s, try it!

Imagine taking a gap 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 […]

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Jul 02

Alone? You are Not the Only One.

Flying solo? You aren’t alone. Have you ever gone to the theatre alone? Dined out at nice restaurant at a table for one? Travelled overseas solo? Society tells us these types of activities can only be enjoyed with a friend or companion. But one in 4 Australian’s currently live alone and this figure has been rising […]

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