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RBA Feb 2024 | Shifting Tides: Exploring the Global Influence on Australia’s Economy in 2024

Welcome to the first RBA Rate Release for 2024 at Empower Wealth! This year, we're thrilled to announce a dynamic addition to our team – the insightful Evan Lucas, joining our host Ben Kingsley. Together, they promise to delve deeper into the economic landscape, providing you with an in-depth analysis that goes beyond the surface. Evan Lucas,...

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In Memory of a Financial Maestro: Michael Pope’s Lasting Legacy

On your last flight, did you give a moment's thought to the "aileron flaps" that the pilot uses to ensure the plane landed safely? If you're like most people, you probably didn't think about them at all! The wings maybe, the window strength, perhaps. But not the aileron flaps... HOWEVER, despite how critical they are, we take them for granted, ...

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Wash, Rinse, Repeat: VanEck’s 2024 Q1 Summary 

Please Note: This report was created and provided by VanEck. 2023 was a year of multiplicity. We’ve seemingly experienced central banks swinging, depending on your interpretation, back and forth between tightening to loosening all year. The peaks and depths of the US 10-year government bond yields swung between 5.02% (October 2023 high) and...

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The Basics: SMSF & Property

Let’s get down to basics! In this short 90-seconds video, Ben briefly explains why superannuation is so important in Australia and the connection between Self-Funded Superannuation Fund (SMSF) and Property. It's important to remember, though, that while the video shares helpful information, it's not telling you to invest in a SMSF. Everyone's...

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Pros and Cons of SMSF Property

Discover the advantages and disadvantages of an SMSF Property! In this short video, Ben & Bryce chat about the leverage and tax benefits, the limitations and some of the compliance requirements you need to think about before buying an SMSF Property. Please note that while the video shares helpful information, it's not telling you to invest ...

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Unpacking 2023: Household Finances, Inflation, and Property Markets

Hello, Ben Kingsley here, and wow, it's been a mega year again. A very, very fast year that has been the year 2023. And as I reflect on that year, the real big theme to me has been the economy and also very much the cost of living. Everything's costing more and I wanted to bring that theme through in my Christmas message in terms of looking at...

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RBA Dec 2023 | Market Wrap and Property Trends in 2024

Note: Apologies for the technical glitch occurring at the 7-second and 5-minute marks of the video. Rest assured, our team is actively addressing this issue and working towards a swift resolution. Thank you for your understanding. Welcome to the concluding Economic and RBA report for the year! It's been a noteworthy year at the Reserve Bank of ...

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3 Crucial Tips Before Selling Your Property!

Are the increasing interest rates making you ponder selling your property? You're not alone! BUT Hold onto Your Property!Before you make that significant decision, take a look at this brief video to ensure you've thoroughly thought through these 3 essential must-dos! Should you be in search of experienced and qualified advisors, we're here t...

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Why Now is NOT The Time to Sell Your Property

We've been catching wind of investors offloading their properties lately. With the surge in interest rates, it's entirely understandable. However, are there alternative avenues for you? Watch this short video to discover the happenings during past crises and why holding on to your property might be a wise move to steer clear of potential f...

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Empower Wealth Named AFG Champion Broker Group Two Years in a Row 

Empower Wealth has been awarded the prestigious title of AFG “Champion Broker Group (Australia)” for two consecutive years, in both 2022 and 2023.   The AFG Broker Awards are a distinguished recognition of outstanding achievements in the Australian mortgage broking landscape. These awards celebrate excellence in various categories...

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Two Major Wins for Empower Wealth in the Australian Mortgage Awards 2023 

Empower Wealth is thrilled to announce that our mortgage broking team took out not one but two awards at the Australian Mortgage Awards 2023!  Both the “Brokerage of the Year (>20 Staff)” and the top gong of the night recognising us as the best Mortgage brokering business in Australia - “Australian Brokerage of the Year” awa...

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Meet Sam Caton

Sam is our Customer Support Manager working within the Financial Planning team, and ensures the smooth running of the team’s day-to-day activities. Transcript My name is Sam and I'm the Admin Manager for the Financial Planning Team. I started working at Empower Wealth about nine and a half years ago now. It was just me and two advisors at ...

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RBA Nov 2023 | Inflation – Material Enough?

Welcome to the November Economic and RBA update. This month, our focus revolves around key topics: RBA's November Board Meeting: All eyes are on the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) and whether the September inflation data was substantial enough to trigger the 13th cash rate increase in this upward cycle. Inflation Concerns: We'll delve into...

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