The Strategy Stacker - Luke Talks Money

A tax deduction for catch up super contributions – Yes please! Luke Smith joined 2CC Talking Canberra 1206AM. The Money Show aired on Friday 15 November 2019. Did you know there is a limit on the amount of super you can put into your account each year? It seems crazy when the government wants us … Luke on 2CC – Catch up concessional super contributions Read More »

Are you thinking about retiring from work? Luke Smith joined 2CC Talking Canberra 1206AM. The Money Show aired on Friday 8 November 2019. As we approach the end of a year or financial year, the calendar prompts many people to think about their own retirement plans. In this podcast, Luke explores how to turn your … Luke on 2CC – Turning Super into a Retirement Income Read More »

How does the downsizing legislation create a super opportunity? Luke Smith joined 2CC Talking Canberra 1206AM. The Money Show aired on Friday 1 November 2019. Spring and summer are popular times to sell homes, especially by those seeking to downsize to something smaller.  In this podcast, Luke explores how the downsizing legislation can help fund … Luke on 2CC – Downsizing legislation Read More »

Super splitting is a sweet strategy that may help you retire sooner! Luke Smith joined 2CC Talking Canberra 1206AM. The Money Show aired on Friday 25 October 2019. Superannuation for most people forms the basis of retirement. But have you heard about the splitting your super strategy? It’s one of the most under utilised strategies. … Luke on 2CC – What is super splitting? Read More »

Market volatility – How can you manage it? Luke Smith joined 2CC Talking Canberra 1206AM. The Money Show aired on Friday 11 October 2019. Donald Trump tweets and the US share market moves. It then has a knock on effect to Australia the next day.  In the podcast this week, Luke takes a deep dive … Luke on 2CC – Market Volatility Read More »

What should we teach our kids about money? Luke Smith joined 2CC Talking Canberra 1206AM. The Money Show aired on Friday 4 October 2019. Kids and money – that’s the topic of the podcast this week with our own Financial Planner, Luke Smith. What will you teach your kids about money? In the podcast this … Luke on 2CC – Kids and Money Read More »

Have you made a reversionary pension nomination? Luke Smith joined 2CC Talking Canberra 1206AM. The Money Show aired on Friday 20 September 2019. Have you ever heard of a reversionary pension nomination? If you have a pension fund, it’s something you need to investigate. That’s the topic of the podcast this week.  Key highlights include: … Luke on 2CC – Reversionary Pension Read More »

Have you implemented your binding death nomination? Luke Smith joined 2CC Talking Canberra 1206AM. The Money Show aired on Friday 13 September 2019. Have you ever heard of a binding death nomination? If you have super it’s something you need to investigate. That’s the topic of the podcast this week. Luke begins the conversation though … Luke on 2CC – Binding Nominations Read More »

What to think about when separating? Luke Smith joined 2CC Talking Canberra 1206AM. The Money Show aired on Friday 6 September 2019. Relationship breakdowns are challenging and tough to go through. But what do you need to think about from a financial perspective if you find yourself going through one? In this episode Luke talks … Luke on 2CC – Love and Money Read More »

Who do you want to act on your behalf? Luke Smith joined 2CC Talking Canberra 1206AM. The Money Show aired on Friday 30 August 2019. Would you ever let anyone speak or act on your behalf or make decisions for you?  We’re talking about a Power of Attorney in this podcast, from a financial planning … Luke on 2CC – Your Power of Attorney Read More »

What do you want to happen to your assets? Luke Smith joined 2CC Talking Canberra 1206AM. The Money Show aired on Friday 23 August 2019. You’ve worked hard to build your assets over your life, but what will happen to it all once you checkout for the longest holiday?  We’re talking about your last Will … Luke on 2CC – Your Will Read More »

What are investment structures? Luke Smith joined 2CC Talking Canberra 1206AM. The Money Show aired on Friday 16 August 2019. Investment structures – Do you know there are different ways to own assets? Many people think it doesn’t apply to them, but if you have super it does. In this podcast Luke takes a closer … Luke on 2CC – Consider investment structures before you invest Read More »

What do you need to consider to generate income? Luke Smith joined 2CC Talking Canberra 1206AM. The Money Show aired on Friday 9 August 2019. Investment income – it plays an important income in growing your wealth when you’re working and funding your spending in retirement. But how do you cut up the investment pizza … Luke on 2CC – Investment income, how well are you planning it? Read More »

Don’t judge your super performance by the investment name Luke Smith joined 2CC Talking Canberra 1206AM. The Money Show aired on Friday 2 August 2019. Asset allocation describes how your super is invested. Typically growth assets include shares and property, while defensive assets include things like cash and fixed interest. In this podcast Luke takes … Luke on 2CC – A balanced portfolio might not be balanced! Read More »

An offset account may help you achieve more Luke Smith joined 2CC Talking Canberra 1206AM. The Money Show aired on Friday 26 July 2019. Mortgages and home loan repayments, they can take up a big chunk of your monthly income. They can also cost you lots of interest over time. In this podcast Luke takes … Luke on 2CC – What is an offset account? Read More »

How do you choose an Accountant? Luke Smith joined 2CC Talking Canberra 1206AM. The Money Show aired on Friday 19 July 2019. It’s tax time, so many people are collecting their documents and are preparing to visit an accountant to lodge their return and hopefully get a refund. But how do you choose an accountant? … Luke on 2CC – Selecting the right Accountant Read More »

Put your best foot forward when seeking a loan Luke Smith joined 2CC Talking Canberra 1206AM. The Money Show aired on Friday 12 July 2019. There’s been some important changes to banking and finance since the Royal Commission, but most consumers can’t tell you what they are. In this podcast Luke explores the changes and … Luke on 2CC – Loans and Debt Read More »

What are your financial new year resolutions?  Luke Smith joined 2CC Talking Canberra 1206AM. The Money Show aired on Friday 5 July 2019. This is the first podcast of the new financial year. Without the stress of Christmas which comes at the end of the year, now’s a great time to think about your personal … Luke on 2CC – Financial New Year Resolutions Read More »

What should you look for in a good super fund? Luke Smith joined 2CC Talking Canberra 1206AM. The Money Show aired on Friday 28 June 2019. If you’ve left your super contribution or tax-time purchase too late, there’s always next financial year to get a tax deduction! The conversation this week focuses on good super … Luke on 2CC – Choosing super funds Read More »

Financial planning for control and independence Luke Smith joins 2CC Talking Canberra 1206AM. The Money Show aired on Friday 21 June 2019. Luke talks about financial planning and money matters for females. The bygone era of the husband looking the money has given way to many many female-specific financial planning actions. Are you making the … Luke on 2CC – Women and Money Read More »