Why it’s important to hold your nerve when the market drops

Why it’s important to hold your nerve when the market drops.

It can be easy to make knee-jerk decisions, but rash short-term thinking can often be counterproductive.

Cutting your losses and moving your holdings into cash may seem a tempting option at this point. The emotion is understandable – no one likes to lose money – but allowing it to drive your decision making may not serve you well in the longer term.

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Matthew McCabe
I don't want to be a Karen

I don’t want to be a Karen.

Markets have recovered after previous downturns in history, and they are likely to recover this time as well. When that happens, the winners will be those who take a calm and considered approach, by seeking advice from the financial planners at Newcastle Advisors.

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Matthew McCabe
Economic and market update - June 2020

Many countries are now starting to shift from the lockdown and isolation measures that have flattened infection curves to managing the first steps to re-opening economies. Markets will be watching closely to determine which countries are better able to manage this next phase.

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Matthew McCabe
Don't keep us a secret!

Don’t keep us a secret!

Maybe you know people who…might need a helping hand?

  • Too busy to deal with finances themselves

  • Not "financially savvy" and would appreciate some education

  • Have asked you about your investment activities

  • Are looking to start investing, but unsure where to begin

  • Talks about "getting into the market" but always too busy

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Matthew McCabe
Hunter Valley Financial Planner

Looking for a financial planner or financial adviser in the Hunter Valley? Newcastle Advisors is the leading financial planning firm in the Hunter Valley. Newcastle Advisors are a full service financial planning firm based in Newcastle, focused on helping Hunter Valley residents grow and secure their wealth.

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Matthew McCabe
Lake Macquarie Financial Planner

Looking for a financial planner or financial adviser in Lake Macquarie? Newcastle Advisors is the leading financial planning firm in Lake Macquarie.

Newcastle Advisors are a full service financial planning firm based in Newcastle, focused on helping Lake Macquarie residents grow and secure their wealth.

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Matthew McCabe
Rugby League Players take a pay cut

For many Rugby League players a 40% drop in income will come as a shock, as many are the sole providers for their families & have never had to think twice about spending money. Some players will see this as an opportunity to take control of their financial situation & learn more. What is your plan B?

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Matthew McCabe
How to prepare financially for starting a family

Top 10 tips to prepare financially for starting a family

Starting a family is an exciting time but it can also be an expensive one. It can also mean big changes to your lifestyle & finances. As expecting parents, it’s natural that you may have a lot of questions around family finance planning.

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Matthew McCabe
Mortgage or super?

Should I pay off my mortgage or make extra superannuation contributions?

Australians have been taught for generations to buy a home, work your entire life, pay off your mortgage, then once you are debt free start thinking about retirement or turning attention to building up your super.

But with interest rates at record lows (with many having interest rates starting with a 2) and many super funds potentially offering a higher rate of return, what’s the right strategy in the current market?

At Newcastle Adisors, this is one of the most common questions our Newcastle Financial Planners receive.

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Matthew McCabe