Finances

Blog Writer

Alison Williamson

http://www.fiducianfs.com.au

Alison Williamson is a Senior Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and Licensee Representative with Wilson HTM Ltd specializing in Private Wealth Management. Alison has been a Financial Planner for 24 years and has a holistic approach to planning that encompasses debt management and mortgage structuring, tax management, life planning, insurance, investment planning and portfolio construction, superannuation (including self managed super funds) and pensions. Alison's blog is updated monthly. Go to our blog section askher.com.au/Blogs to read her latest blog. alisonwilliamson@fiducianfs.com.au

Laurentide Financial Services Pty Ltd http://laurentide.com.au/ Laurentide Finance are finance brokers specialising in arranging commercial and consumer finance for business and individuals around Australia. Whatever your finance requirements; be it equipment and vehicle finance, property finance or business finance, we can assist.

Superannuation
http://www.superchoice.gov.au

This website is designed to guide all employees, employers, and professional advisers through the introduction of Choice of superannuation fund. The webiste is a joint project between The Treasury, the Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), and the Australian Taxation Office (ATO).

Steps to Buying a home
http://www.housing.nsw.gov.au/Home+Buying+and+Building/Buying/Steps+to+Buy

Knowing what to do, where to start and what to look out for can save buyers time and money when purchasing a home. The Department of Housing has produced a number of free publications that explain the home buying process. The publications are available for downloading, or they can be ordered from the Home Purchase Advisory Service by email or telephone Freecall 1800 806 653.

Financial Planning
http://www.fpa.asn.au

Good financial advice helps you make the most of what you have while you create a comfortable future for yourself and your family. It provides you with the information and advice you need to move in the direction you want to take and puts you in control of your financial future. Superannuation is an important part of every Australian's future. But it is only one of a whole range of options that can give you a comfortable and secure retirement. Seeing a professional financial planner will help you make choices that are right for your individual situation. A financial planner can make a huge difference to your financial future and also give you peace of mind, so you can sleep better at night. Your investment in their good advice really is money well spent.

eSuperfund is a pioneer in online Self Managed Superannuation in Australia and has helped thousands of SMSF Investors establish and manage their own DIY Superfund since the year 2000.
http://esuperfund.com.au

Buying your first home
http://www.osr.nsw.gov.au/pls/portal/docs/page/downloads/other/fs_fhb1.pdf

If you are buying your first home you may be eligable for the benefits under the First Home Owner Grant Scheme or the Frist Owner Plus Scheme.

Cheapskates
http://www.cheapskates.com.au/

Understanding Money
www.understandingmoney.gov.au

You want to be better with your money but it's so hard to find time and it all seems so complex - all that jargon, so many questions. Well it really doesn't have to be that way -and this is the place to make a start. A few simple things really can make a difference.

Australian Stock Report
http://www.australianstockreport.com.au/free_trial/index.php?r=ASK0210

In the Australian Share Market, it's often difficult to know what shares to buy, when to buy and sell, how to buy and sell or simply find the best up-to-date ASX advice. The Australian Stock Report and our team of expert market analysts, traders and chartists will help light the way! Gain access to comprehensive stock market advice with superior education and unlimited support with the Australian Stock Report.

SuperLiving
http://www.superliving.com.au/siteincludes/join_us.asp

SuperLiving.com.au is an online community providing real value, tangible benefits and connecting people with each other as well as with businesses that share, service or in some way caters for their interests, needs and attitudes.

Created: 16-August-2007
Modified: 30-August-2010