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Bills of exchange

Bills of exchange - Cornerstone Advice, Financial Planners | Newstead QLD Bills of exchange can look and sound similar to term deposits, but they do not have the same protections and carry a high risk of losing money. What is a bill of exchange Companies are offering high fixed income returns through a product called a bill of exchange. You may have seen offers promising....

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The property vs shares debate heats up

The property vs shares debate heats up - Cornerstone Advice, Financial Planners | Newstead QLD Property booms and market swings shape the case for property and shares Hot property markets and volatile share markets add extra intrigue as investors weigh up whether to put their money into property or equities. But the decision could come down to a few key considerations. Which is the better inv...

Seniors face health insurance bill shock of up to $1,600 a year

Seniors face health insurance bill shock of up to $1,600 a year - Cornerstone Advice, Financial Planners | Newstead QLD Older Australians could face health insurance price rises three times higher than others under new government rebate changes. Here’s what families need to know. Older Australians could soon be paying significantly more for their private health insurance. The increase may hit them much harder than ...

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Retirement income options when markets are volatile

Retirement income options when markets are volatile - Cornerstone Advice, Financial Planners | Newstead QLD The income assumptions many have carried into retirement are being tested in the current economic climate. Markets have lurched from one direction to another; interest rates have lifted faster than expected, with the possibility of more increases in the months ahead, and there’s no end in sight to...

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Finding balance in fixed income

Finding balance in fixed income - Cornerstone Advice, Financial Planners | Newstead QLD Higher yields and income keep bonds resilient amid volatility The first quarter of 2026 has delivered no shortage of headlines, with sharp moves in energy prices, ongoing geopolitical uncertainty and shifting expectations around inflation and growth. Against that backdrop, bond market volatility has...

Five things to put in place before you retire

Five things to put in place before you retire - Cornerstone Advice, Financial Planners | Newstead QLD Take these steps to set yourself up for a confident transition to retirement For many Australians, the final couple of years before retirement can feel both exciting and unsettling at the same time. Work may be winding down, but the reality of living without a regular pay packet is getting closer. T...