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Risky Business: VanEck’s 2024 Q4 Summary 

Please Note: This report was created and provided by VanEck. “The job of the Central Bank is to worry.” – Alice Rivlin, 16th Vice Chair of the Federal ReserveIf central banks worry, what is an investor to do? In its last monetary policy decision statement, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) stated, “Sustainably returning inflation to...

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RBA Nov 2024 | Our Predictions Clash: When Will Rates Drop?

It’s the penultimate RBA Cash Rate Announcement of 2024, and our hosts Ben Kingsley and Evan Lucas are back once again – speaking to the RBA’s latest decision and exploring the most recent economic data from Australia and around the world.  Join us as we unpack the usual key topics such as GDP, inflation, unemployment, consumer and b...

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900th “5 stars” Google Review AND more!

At Empower Wealth, we’re all about helping Australians take control of their finances and build a better future and this month, we’re excited to share some incredible milestones that show the impact of this journey!! NPS and Google Reviews Getting a high Net Promoter Score (NPS) is no small task. In fact, most banks, insurers, and wealth...

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Interest Rate Cuts are coming in 2025 – what to do before the rush

In this important update, I want to share our thinking about what’s likely to happen to interest rates over the next 3 to 6 months. Between Now and Christmas: Mortgage Holders Although the economy is slowing and inflation is tracking towards the RBA’s 2-3% target range, there won’t be enough evidence or time for core inflation to b...

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Join us LIVE! Q&A on Negative Gearing & Real Solutions for Our Housing Crisis

We’re going LIVE this week to answer all your pressing questions about negative gearing, Capital Gains Tax (CGT), and more! Live Q&A Session DetailsWhen: 1:30 PM (AEDT), Wednesday, 16th OctWhere: Online on YouTube, Facebook, or right here! Simply click “Notify me” on the video above to get a reminder of when we go live. Why You Sh...

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Empower Wealth Wins Wealth Advisory of the Year 2024!

We are thrilled to announce that Empower Wealth has been honoured with the prestigious Wealth Advisory of the Year Award – Australia 2024 by Pan Finance, an internationally renowned platform that recognises excellence in the financial industry. This award stands as a significant milestone in our journey. Not only does it reflect the growth we...

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RBA September 2024 | Can We Expect a Rate Cut This Side of Christmas?

The sixth RBA Cash Rate Announcement of 2024 is here!   Join hosts Ben Kingsley and Evan Lucas as they dive into the RBA’s latest decision and explore recent economic data from Australia and around the world.  Key Highlights:  RBA’s Cash Rate Announcement Find out all about the Reserve Bank of Australia’s latest cas...

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Securing Your Legacy – A Guide to Business Succession Planning

In the fast-paced mortgage broking industry, planning for the future is just as crucial as achieving success today. Whether you’re aiming to grow, merge, or step back from your business, a well-thought-out succession plan ensures you protect what you’ve built and safeguard your clients' best interests. In a recent webinar hosted by Mr. Mentor,...

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Your opinion matters – a must read & act

The current housing and rental crisis Australians are experiencing is the product of several factors: Inadequate Supply Planning Increased Government Taxes, Charges for Developers / Builders Higher Material and Labour Build Costs Increased Population Growth And finally, an especially key factor is the increased Government and Regul...

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How We Saved $4 Million in Interest for Our Clients 

Discover How We Achieved Our Most Significant Client Savings Yet  Paying off a mortgage is one of the largest and longest investments on the path to financial freedom. Yet, between work, family, and life, few have the time to constantly check the market for better lending deals.  At Empower Wealth, our broking team takes on this cr...

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RBA August 2024 | Why Australia is OUT of Cycle with the Rest of the World

In this video covering the fifth RBA Cash Rate Announcement of 2024, our hosts Ben Kingsley and Evan Lucas dive into the RBA’s latest decision and explore the most recent economic data from Australia and around the world.  Join us as we unpack key topics such as GDP growth, inflation, unemployment, consumer and business confidence, ...

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Success in Broking: Growth Strategies & When to Start Succession Planning

In the ever-evolving world of mortgage broking, understanding growth strategies and knowing when to think about succession planning are essential for brokers who want to build and sustain successful businesses. Recently, Sam Boer, Business Development Director at Empower Wealth, joined Jason Back from Broker Essentials in a webinar to share his in...

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What is indexation and how does it work?

Indexation is an optional benefit on life insurance policies designed to ensure you’ll always have the same financial freedom in the event of a claim. Not all insurance policies offer indexation. But for those that do, it works by offering you an increase to the sum insured in your policy at each policy anniversary. This increase is designed ...

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