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  • 15 July 2016

Most investors do not watch government bond rates as closely as share prices, but the global bond market is about double the size of all listed shares. The Australian Government 10-year bond rate is now 1.97%, while the 30-year rate in the US is 2.21% and Japan is 0.13%. Swiss and German bond rates are negative. Normally, such low levels would signal tough times ahead, but the US S&P500 reached an all-time high this week. It’s little wonder investors are confused.

Unexpected results from Federal Election survey

Respondents offered hundreds of comments on the impact on their voting of the proposed superannuation changes. Many changed their vote and the majority expect amendments to the proposals.

For sale: cheaper apartments

There has been a massive increase in apartment commencement, with 137,000 now under construction. There is doubt whether all buyers will proceed to settlement if prices fall due to oversupply.

Prepare to pay more for aged care

Residential aged care costs are difficult to understand at any time, but many aged care facilities are introducing new fees which make comparisons even more difficult as cost rise.

Align by design: Steps for success in fund manager engagement

In addition to the normal factors of performance and experience, an important factor in selecting a fund manager is the correct alignment with the client. It can minimise conflict during the relationship.

Diversification in thinking and practice

Most investors accept the benefits of diversification, but it can be problematic for some successful people who have made money in one business. For most investors, diversification leads to happier outcomes.

Bond indexes don't reflect market diversity

Investors buying a composite bond index fund may expect it to include a wide diversity of issuers, but the Australian index is dominated by the large government borrowers.

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Warren Buffett is preparing for a bear market. Should you?

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Welcome to Firstlinks Edition 583 with weekend update

Investing guru Howard Marks says he had two epiphanies while visiting Australia recently: the two major asset classes aren’t what you think they are, and one key decision matters above all else when building portfolios.

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A big win for bank customers against scammers

A recent ruling from The Australian Financial Complaints Authority may herald a new era for financial scams. For the first time, a bank is being forced to reimburse a customer for the amount they were scammed.

The gentle art of death cleaning

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Why has nothing worked to fix Australia's housing mess?

Why has a succession of inquiries and reports, along with a plethora of academic papers, not led to effective action to improve housing affordability? Because the work has been aimless and unsupported by a national consensus.

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