News Archive

Hewison in the News

17-04-2013
The Age Money "Where can we put it?"
28-03-2013
The Age Money "Step right up and do it yourself"
05-02-2013
Investor Daily "High returns possible in low-interest environment: Hewison"
04-02-2013
Invsetor Daily "Comprehensive advice important for SMSFs"
25-01-2013
Australian Financial Review "Push to cap super payouts"
15-12-2012
news.com. au "Select gift with dividends"
18-11-2012
Courier Mail online "Vital lessons will add up"
12-11-2012
Investor Daily "SMSFs not restricted to age brackets"
12-11-2012
Money Management "SMSFs may suit Gen-Xers"
31-10-2012
The Age "A Step in the right direction"
31-10-2012
Australian Financial Review "HOME DEBT CAN WAIT"
20-10-2012
Smart Money "Victim support after the storm"
11-09-2012
Money Management "Financial advisers encouraged to engage children in SMSFs"
05-09-2012
Australian Financial Review "Reliable dividend yields draw risk-averse investors"
01-09-2012
Financial Review "Inheritance.... Dont count on it"
01-09-2012
Herald Sun "The questions on everyone's lips"
01-09-2012
Australian Fiancial Review Smart Investor "When the family home and super can incur tax"
23-08-2012
Money Management "How much is a financial adviser’s independence worth?"
20-08-2012
Herald Sun "Equity comes to the rescue. Make money from your home without selling it"
14-08-2012
Financial Standard Online "Decouple next-gen education from estate planning conversation"
14-08-2012
Financial Standard online "Decouple next-gen education from estate planning conversation"
18-07-2012
www.theage.com.au - Money - Planning "Learners are Earners"
16-07-2012
www.couriermail.com.au - Money "Theres a rough ride ahead"
14-07-2012
The Age "'Beat the cuts for a good return"
12-06-2012
News.com.au "How to avoid superannuation confusion"
12-06-2012
The Age.com.au/money "Countdown to June 30. The strategy To make a last-minute contribution to super"
12-06-2012
News.com.au "Plan must stack up if borrowing to invest"
07-06-2012
Money Management "Strategy changes claimed justified post-budget"
06-06-2012
Herald Sun "Is it time to take the plunge?"
06-06-2012
The Age/SMH "All that glitters may not be gold"
31-05-2012
Eureka Report "Your DIY Super Bulletin"
31-05-2012
Professional Planner Website "Investor protection? That horse has bolted"
12-05-2012
Sydney Morning Herald "Super nest egg takes a direct hit"
09-05-2012
Australian Financial Review "Reliable dividend yields draw risk-averse investors"
07-05-2012
Advisor Voice "Businesses get FoFA ready"
01-05-2012
Wealth Professional On line "How to make money from giving"
01-05-2012
Money Magazine "The top three things you need to know - Death and Super"
01-05-2012
Australian Financial Review "Well-off to take $7500 super hit"
26-04-2012
Money Management "Best Interests put to the test"
26-04-2012
BRW Magazine "Client in the financial dark"
01-04-2012
In the Black Magazine "What's so super about SMSFs"
20-03-2012
Herald Sun Online "Deal or no deal dilemma"
20-02-2012
IFA Magazine "Hewison Hand-holding democracy"
30-01-2012
Herald Sun "Take control of nest egg"
25-01-2012
Sydney Morning Herald "A decent return can be found"
25-01-2012
Sydney Morning Herald "Make It: Funding a private education"
18-01-2012
Smart Investor "The best money ideas from the best money minds"
05-01-2012
Australian Financial Review "Well-off to take $7500 super hit"
01-12-2011
Australian Financial Review "Super industry lobbies for $50,000 cap"
26-11-2011
Sydney Morning Herald "Take a balanced view of the market"
21-11-2011
The Daily Telegraph "Really, it's time to move on"
12-11-2011
Townsville Bulletin "Choosing a fixed or a floating loan"
11-11-2011
Independent Financial Advisor Magazine "Great expectations on limited advice" (page 23)
29-10-2011
The Financial Review (Weekend Edition) "Home not always sweet for Super"
24-10-2011
Herald Sun "Super Gains ground"
24-10-2011
Financial Standard "SPAA rallies against off-market trading ban"
10-10-2011
Adelaide Now "Dancing the rates rumba"
10-10-2011
The Age "School Daze – Buying a brighter future"
10-10-2011
Money Management "Stronger Super Disadvantages SMSFS"
04-10-2011
Australian Financial Review "Super asset transfer ban is unfair"
04-10-2011
Brisbane Times "Debt-free to retire in comfort"
29-09-2011
Herald Sun "Money Mistakes to Avoid"
26-09-2011
Sydney Morning Herald "When being Passive Pays Off"
14-09-2011
Australian Financial Review "Making the most of market volatility"
27-08-2011
Sydney Morning Herald - Spiral of Decline needs some fixing
26-08-2011
Property Observer - Top five questions SMSF trustees should ask before investing in property
08-08-2011
Australian Financial Review - An Active Retreat
27-07-2011
Australian Financial Review - Round Table - Calming Investors Nerves
16-07-2011
Australian Financial Review - SMART MONEY - Security is all in the balance
07-07-2011
Australian Financial Review - FOFA Plans to ban travel perks
02-07-2011
Australian Financial Review - SMART MONEY - Aged Care hits home
16-06-2011
Business Review Weekly - Strategies for the end of the year
23-05-2011
The Bull "Wide array of Investments to suit both Traders and SMSF's
27-04-2011
Sydney Morning Herald "Bonds teach stocks a thing or two"
13-04-2011
Sydney Morning Herald "Time to nail down DIY super fees "
13-04-2011
Sydney Morning Herald & The Age "Private v public - an educated guess"
06-04-2011
The Australian - Commercial space booms: its a good time to build on the upturn in business confidence
06-04-2011
Sydney Morning Herald "The Mining tax and super"
05-02-2011
Sydney Morning Herald "How to come back after the plunge "
05-02-2011
Herald Sun "A time to be super-sensitive"
05-02-2011
Brisbane Times "How to come back after the plunge"
02-02-2011
Sydney Morning Herald "Waiting for the rebound"
26-12-2010
Financial Standard - FPA unveils Value of Advice Winners
22-12-2010
Independent Financial Advisor - Dealer Groups Survey Top 100
01-11-2010
Financial Planning - Finalist vie for 2010 Value of Advice Awards
08-10-2010
Money Magazine - Set and forget Investing - Buy and hold investing is not dead - but the rules changed after the GFC
06-10-2010
The Australian - Constant Rebalancing act: Making Money
28-09-2010
Professional Planner Article - John Hewison
27-09-2010
Vanguard Wealth Series - How to Invest in volatile markets
27-09-2010
The Australian - Dollar's Rise a pain for foreign portfolios
22-09-2010
The Australian - Sharemarket volatility can be sidestepped
20-09-2010
Docklands Article September 2010 - DIY Superannuation – Navigating the Minefield…
08-09-2010
Docklands Article August 2010 - Account Based Pensions & Transition to Retirement Strategies – What are they & how do they work?
06-09-2010
Investor Daily - Out in the Cold - IFA Cover Story
02-09-2010
BRW - Managing with Help
05-08-2010
Super Review - Coopers SMSF asset transfer rules unfair - Hewison
21-07-2010
The Australian - Eyes on the prize: investing in collectibles
21-07-2010
The Australian, Aggressive doesn't have to mean stupid
08-07-2010
Money Magazine - Here to Stay
30-06-2010
The Australian - Fees in the firing line
30-06-2010
Eureka Report - How to invest all those winnings?
01-06-2010
The Australian , Super hit by resources sell-off.
06-05-2010
Sydney Morning Herald Online, Commissions for life
05-05-2010
The Age, Commissions for Life
05-05-2010
The Australian Online, Super hit by resources sell-off
03-05-2010
Money Management Online - The Commissions Debate
18-02-2010
Super Review, Call for higher advice standard for SMSFs
10-01-2010
Money Magazine - Set and forget Investing - Buy and hold investing is not dead - but the rules changed after the GFC
16-11-2009
Docklands Magazine - November 2009 Surviving the Christmas Credit Crunch
01-11-2009
Docklands Magazine - November 2009 - Property Investing - Tips and Traps
21-10-2009
The Age - Rewriting the Retirement Rules
16-10-2009
Docklands Magazine - September 2009 - Retirement Income Streams. Where to Next
16-10-2009
The Australian Financial Review, How to create a portfolio to suit all your needs
16-10-2009
Courier Mail - How to be sensible with your superannuation savings
21-09-2009
HEWISON & ASSOCIATES WIN ASSET INNOVATION AWARD - BEST FINANCIAL PLANNING PRACTICE - Septemer 2009
14-09-2009
News Limited newspapers - Interest Rates Rises - what you need to know
01-09-2009
Investor Daily - Adviser calls for planning standards audit
01-09-2009
Asset Magazine - Asset Innovation Awards Results 2009
01-08-2009
Adelaide Advertiser - New rules to slug seniors
07-07-2009
Investor Daily - Protecting the honey pot
22-06-2009
Herald Sun - Cash, property still leading the way
17-06-2009
Herald Sun - What should you do about your super?
17-06-2009
Herald Sun - Super ways to recover
10-06-2009
Docklands Magazine - June 2009 - The Financial Planning Industry getting the shake up
31-05-2009
SUNDAY MAIL - Be prepared for a rainy day
18-05-2009
Docklands Magazine - May 2009 - Budget Breakdown
15-05-2009
Docklands Magazine - June 2009 - Entitlements for Senior Australians
20-04-2009
Herald Sun - Spending tips for $900 stimulus payout
01-03-2009
Docklands Magazine - March 2009 - Borrowing to Invest - Is Now the Right Time?
15-01-2009
Docklands Article - January 2009 - Making the most of what you have, or have not
19-09-2008
The Australian -The Boomers Finding Super Solutions
16-07-2008
Syndey Morning Herald - Cheques and balances
17-05-2008
Asset Magazine - Putting on the Ritz
15-05-2008
Asset Magazine - The Secret of Success
02-04-2008
THE AUSTRALIAN Financial planning rules farcical
18-02-2008
Herald Sun - Pension Poor - Doing it Hard
01-08-2007
Financial Planning Magazine - Hewison issues challenge to Government over alienation

Media Releases

26-07-2012
Young Australians must approach financial fitness like a gym workout, says Hewison Private Wealth
23-05-2012
Super strategies to consider for financial year end, Hewison Private Wealth.
05-10-2011
Shorten’s ban on asset transfers a gamble for SMSFs
19-09-2011
Special Market Update
19-09-2011
Renovated super tax laws to boost property appeal for SMSFs
05-08-2011
Special Market Update
22-03-2011
Commercial property market an untapped gem for retail investors
12-01-2011
Start 2011 in the black – Hewison Private Wealth’s New Year financial checklist
29-09-2010
Special Market Update September 2010
09-07-2010
DIY investors to be alert, not alarmed, at Cooper recommendations
07-05-2010
Special Market Update May 2010
12-04-2010
Independent firm moves to stamp out commissions on insurance and extend fee for advice model
17-02-2010
Better advice standards – not structural changes - will improve protection for SMSF investors: Hewison and Associates Cooper Review submission
24-10-2009
Special Market Update 24th October 2009
28-08-2009
Advisors call on ASIC to crack down on industry standards, not just fees
10-08-2009
Special Market Update -August 2009
09-07-2009
Financial planning commissions must be banned
13-05-2009
Special Market Update 13th May 2009
14-01-2009
Special Market Update - 14th January 2009
28-10-2008
Special Market Update - 28th October 2008
14-10-2008
Special Market Update - 14th October 2008
15-08-2008
MEDIA RELEASE - Successful investing requires a sound investment strategy - 15 August 2008
25-02-2008
Special Market Update - 25th February 2008
14-01-2008
Special Market Update - 14th January 2008

Blog Posts

2013-06-17 09:52:04
Big Miners likened to Big Banks
2013-06-11 09:41:22
EOFY Update
2013-06-03 09:37:05
Making Sense of the Market
2013-05-27 09:50:26
Do Fluctuations in the AUS $ Impact Local Markets?
2013-05-15 14:57:59
Budget Wrap
2013-05-13 11:07:34
Interest Rates Cut to 2.75%
2013-05-06 10:35:14
Nothing is off the table
2013-04-29 10:42:05
New Website for SMSF trustees
2013-04-22 10:39:06
What is Your Plan???
2013-04-15 09:44:02
Super changes put in context
2013-04-05 15:57:16
Welcome news for Accountants on APES 230
2013-04-03 10:16:21
Moment of truth for financial planners
2013-04-02 12:58:28
Superannuation still in the firing line
2013-03-25 11:05:33
What’s up with Cyprus?
2013-03-19 13:52:33
Borrow to buy Property using your SMSFs
2013-03-18 09:54:21
Getting Advice – how do you get started?
2013-03-12 13:53:21
A Matter of Standards
2013-03-05 09:21:07
This cycle will come to an end, just as those before it…
2013-02-25 10:41:45
SMSF Industry pressures Government to leave superannuation alone
2013-02-18 10:18:05
5,000 points passed, where to from here?
2013-02-08 09:52:23
Superannuation – a cherry ripe for the picking?
2013-02-04 09:32:37
Is super still best?
2013-01-24 23:55:53
Tech rev takes hold
2013-01-18 03:11:04
Outlook for 2013
2013-01-13 22:57:54
Off-Market transfers for SMSFs still alive
2013-01-06 23:37:34
Have you set your goals for 2013?
2012-12-20 23:24:05
Christmas - a time for giving
2012-12-17 01:49:47
Investors must take responsibility.....and ask for help
2012-12-06 22:14:36
Two pensions are better than one
2012-11-30 04:29:53
Is your “Financial Planner” really a “Financial Planner”?
2012-11-22 04:54:19
What is the Fiscal Cliff and how does it affect me?
2012-11-14 23:36:28
Capital Gains Tax for Small Business Owners
2012-11-11 22:18:13
US Election is done and dusted; now for the recovery
2012-11-02 04:53:28
Credit Cards! I often wonder why I bother…
2012-10-26 00:51:17
Finally some good news - Tax free SMSF earnings after death
2012-10-18 02:19:02
Do you have a plan for your future?
2012-10-11 04:47:22
Where is the Aussie Dollar Headed?
2012-10-07 22:57:01
Interest Rates Cut Again. Good or Bad News?
2012-09-28 03:29:55
Keep the faith – Reap the Reward
2012-09-24 01:25:21
They Told Me it was Stormy Outside, but I Just Got Burnt!
2012-09-14 05:15:42
Is it time to sell mining stocks? Maybe not…
2012-09-09 23:46:40
Is The Mining Boom over?
2012-09-02 23:25:41
What’s all the hype about Twitter?
2012-08-27 00:13:10
SMSF Trustee Alert – Legislation Update
2012-08-20 00:02:51
Too Little Too Late..?
2012-08-13 02:46:07
Have You Adjusted Your Super Contributions?
2012-08-06 00:58:17
Investment vs. Strategy
2012-07-30 05:45:56
SMSF Off Market Transfer still alive
2012-07-22 23:38:25
Budgeting and your Financial Goals
2012-07-15 23:19:35
The importance of investment income
2012-07-09 05:18:32
Avoid Fraud, It’s bad for your Wealth
2012-07-02 00:38:21
Hard Work and Discipline the Keys to Success…
2012-06-21 06:19:24
Is a First Home Saver Account worth considering?
2012-06-18 01:14:44
What should I do with my extra savings: Pay off my home loan debt or invest?
2012-06-07 06:03:58
Should I repay my HECS/HELP debt with my extra savings?
2012-05-31 02:51:44
Now’s the time to revisit your super strategy and update your salary sacrifice arrangements
2012-05-23 02:38:40
The state of global finance - how did we get into this mess?
2012-05-20 23:25:46
A Call for Calm in Uncertain Times…
2012-05-14 00:50:17
Is Cash really King?
2012-05-09 07:06:25
2012 Federal Budget snap-shot
2012-05-04 04:51:41
How much do you need in retirement?
2012-04-26 02:13:20
Just leave super alone
2012-04-18 04:25:58
Private Health Insurance Costs are Set to Rise
2012-04-13 00:50:23
Risk profiling – not the be all and end all to your investment strategy
2012-04-10 04:33:34
How to Maximise Account Based Pensions through your Self-Managed Superannuation
2012-03-29 04:15:42
Why is our market underperforming the US?
2012-03-25 22:50:06
The Mining Tax (MRRT) and what it means for investors
2012-03-15 23:32:13
What you need to know about death and your superannuation:
2012-03-12 23:01:17
What’s best for my SMSF..... Corporate or Individual Trustees?
2012-03-04 22:32:40
The power of equity income investments
2012-02-27 02:44:29
Gillard triumphant, but what does it mean for the long term?
2012-02-16 02:38:28
Future of Financial Advice reforms to restrict accounting advice for SMSFs
2012-02-12 21:55:25
Sovereign Defaults part of our global DNA
2012-02-06 01:50:06
Property - it’s simple really
2012-01-29 22:50:15
Interest rate uncertainty puts focus on income
2012-01-22 22:39:24
Media hype dampening investor confidence - time to face the facts
2012-01-16 03:01:40
It’s Time for Public Super Funds to Open Up
2012-01-09 00:12:17
Leave Super Alone
2011-12-21 23:45:43
New Year resolutions – getting your finances in order
2011-12-18 23:53:39
Staying the course to reap the rewards - overcoming market fear
2011-12-12 02:06:29
When the cash rate comes down, equity values go up
2011-11-30 05:07:22
Superannuation changes again, what you need to know
2011-11-27 22:37:58
Superannuation Guarantee on the Rise
2011-11-20 22:27:01
Online shopping not the death of the retail industry
2011-11-10 02:59:41
The new Carbon Tax - what it means for you
2011-11-03 23:15:15
Are CFDs appropriate retail investments?
2011-10-25 22:31:32
The A.B.C.Ds of Financial Freedom…
2011-10-23 23:06:18
Property, where to from here Part 2
2011-10-13 23:04:16
Aussie Major Banks – Good Value
2011-10-07 04:36:58
Home Loan rates: Fixed or Variable?
2011-10-03 01:11:29
Cash flow is King
2011-09-27 00:06:45
All eyes on Greece – but are we missing the bigger picture?
2011-09-16 03:57:55
‘Renovating’ the borrowing in super laws…
2011-09-09 02:45:48
Property – Where to from here?
2011-09-05 00:47:45
Dividends - what lies beneath?
2011-08-28 23:56:43
Interest Rates – no easy decision?
2011-08-22 00:19:08
Funding retirement with a growing income stream
2011-08-15 03:18:09
Are we witnessing the change of world order in terms of global economics?
2011-08-04 06:35:41
Investing in Shares – is now a good time?
2011-07-28 23:42:22
US Default Unlikely
2011-07-21 23:45:05
Another round of European debt issues
2011-07-18 01:08:49
Carbon Tax – First Impressions
2011-07-08 05:11:05
How cash flow leads to real wealth
2011-07-01 00:16:02
Debt issues in world markets concerning, but no cause for alarm
2011-06-27 02:10:02
Telstra – Where to from here?
2011-06-19 23:03:25
Why the Government’s plan to increase the super contribution cap for balances less than $500,000 won’t work.
2011-06-14 00:05:56
GDP Figures – Don’t be alarmed!
2011-06-06 00:53:18
Property under siege
2011-05-30 00:05:17
How much is enough?
2011-05-19 06:47:35
End of Financial Year checklist - June 30 fast-approaching
2011-05-16 01:03:07
Investing 101 – hold a steady course
2011-05-09 00:53:58
China: Emerging or Re-emerging?
2011-05-01 23:28:18
The Aussie dollar - How high can it go?
2011-04-27 00:13:17
Has the bubble burst?
2011-04-15 02:27:55
BHP no Shrinking Violet…
2011-04-11 05:08:45
FPA becomes a true professional body
2011-04-11 04:51:15
Future of Financial Planning legislation provides timely protection for Australians seeking advice
2011-04-03 23:10:08
Women and Super
2011-03-28 00:15:50
Reporting Season Review
2011-03-21 02:58:22
Japanese Disaster – Will It Derail Global Recovery
2011-03-14 23:59:34
Rebalancing – what is it?
2011-03-06 23:04:37
Simpler Super...??
2011-02-27 22:25:01
Democracy in tatters
2011-02-21 00:02:42
Self Managed Superannuation Funds and Financial Advisers: They make a Good Team
2011-02-13 23:36:50
Consumers the winner as common sense prevails
2011-02-06 22:32:41
Dividends – Don’t forget the Franking!
2011-01-30 23:14:45
SMSF’s – the largest share of the pie
2011-01-18 23:07:15
Insurance can help
2011-01-12 22:05:38
Future of Financial Advice reforms – a contradiction in terms?
2011-01-09 23:15:04
The Internet – How far has it come? How far will it go?
2011-01-03 22:57:07
MySuper not Super for everyone
2010-12-16 01:51:07
Present from Santa: New Year Resolution financial checklist
2010-12-15 00:54:41
Bank Bashing - Part 2
2010-12-13 00:17:56
The FPA takes a refreshing new direction......
2010-12-03 01:49:06
Is it time to be greedy or fearful?
2010-11-28 22:31:14
Listed Investment Companies (LIC’s)
2010-11-19 04:25:27
What’s happening in Ireland?
2010-11-11 01:49:05
Sales commissions in Insurance
2010-11-04 22:23:01
Bank bashing
2010-10-28 22:15:23
“What about Gold?”
2010-10-24 23:18:09
QE2 – Cruise liner or Economic Stimulus?
2010-10-19 23:11:19
Spend, Save or Magic?
2010-10-18 02:57:57
National Broadband Network
2010-10-11 05:29:48
The lucky country
2010-10-05 05:10:16
Interest Rates on Hold
2010-10-04 03:47:04
Football and Investing - patience is the key....
2010-09-27 23:56:30
When the US sneezes Australia catches a cold, but for how much longer?
2010-09-17 02:28:15
Volatility – an investor’s friend?
2010-09-16 01:31:50
Excess superannuation contributions tax – unfair government revenue raising.
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