August Newsletter

It’s August, and this chilly winter and periodic lockdowns can’t end fast enough for many of us. One bright spot, along with the golden wattle at this time of year, is the golden performance of…

July Newsletter

It’s July, there’s a nip in the air and winter has well and truly set in, as Australia deals with COVID outbreaks across several states. But July also marks the start of the new financial…

June Newsletter

It’s June which means winter has officially arrived. As we rug up and spend more time indoors, it’s a perfect time to get your financial house in order as another financial year draws to a…

May Newsletter

Treasurer Josh Frydenberg’s second pandemic Budget, and possibly his last before the next federal election, is a big spending Budget aimed squarely at a swift economic recovery. As widely tipped, the focus is on jobs,…

April Newsletter

April begun with a welcome Easter break. As the vaccine rollout continues, restrictions ease, and life is a little closer to normal despite occasional setbacks. It’s not often that boring bonds make headlines, but they…

March Newsletter

After an eventful summer, of weather extremes, on-again off-again lockdowns and the swearing in of a new US President, many will be hoping that Autumn ushers in a change of more than the season. As…

February Newsletter

It’s February, the kids are back at school and the nation is getting back to business. It’s still not business as usual, but with the vaccine rollout about to begin there is a growing sense…

It’s always difficult to predict the future, but it’s safe to say nobody foresaw what was in store for Australia and the world in 2020. The global pandemic challenged us as individuals and as a…

December and summer are finally here. It’s been a tough year, but once again Australians have proved extremely resilient. CLICK HERE to read our summer newsletter.

Interest rates are at historic lows and likely to stay low for the foreseeable future, which poses a dilemma for anyone trying to make the most of their savings. Is it better to put your…

Federal Budget 2020-21 Analysis

Treasurer Josh Frydenberg’s second budget, delayed by five months due to the economic disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, is designed to chart a course out of recession and get the economy moving again. CLICK…

Introducing Akambo Lending Solutions

The wait is over! We are excited to announce the launch of Akambo Lending Solutions. Are you a first home buyer, next home buyer, refinancer or an investors? We’re here to help. CLICK HERE to find…

The countdown is on!

The countdown is on! Just over 3 days left until we launch Akambo’s brand new service offering. #comingsoon #proudtobeakambo

Coming soon to Akambo!

Have you heard the news? A brand new service offering is coming to Akambo, countdown starts now.

JobKeeper – Easing eligibility

More businesses and not-for-profits will be eligible for JobKeeper payment extension under a $15.6 billion change to the scheme announced on August 7. CLICK HERE to find out more.

Super changes and flexibility

Just when you thought you had a grip on the superannuation rules, they change again. This time though, the changes are mostly positive, especially for older super members keen to top up their savings. Click…

The housing market: shaken not stirred

With Australia in a COVID-induced recession, residential property is not immune to falling economic activity. Yet housing prices are proving surprisingly resilient. CLICK HERE to read the full article.

Winter Newsletter

Winter is here and we are almost at the end of another financial year. And what a year it’s been! With so many Australians impacted by fires, floods, drought and now COVID-19, let’s hope the…

News Bites May 2020

News Bites will keep you up to date with the latest Government announcements and initiatives that will impact your financial situation throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and recovery. In this edition we will cover the following…

May Newsletter

After an extraordinary month of social and economic hibernation, there are positive signs that some of the restrictions on our everyday lives will soon be loosened somewhat. This is welcome news for households, businesses and…

April Newsletter

How to make peace with the unknown as the uncertainty around the coronavirus crisis and its far-reaching impact is creating fear for many around the globe? CLICK HERE to read this month’s Akambo newsletter.

News Bites April 2020

As the impact of the coronavirus on our daily lives and livelihoods rapidly evolves, below are the latest measures released by the Government to reduce both the impact to the nations health, economy, household and…

Coronavirus safety net expanded

As the impact of the coronavirus on our daily lives and livelihoods rapidly evolves, the Government is increasing income support for individuals. Click HERE to read the full article.

Important Update: COVID-19

As the Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation continues to evolve, our priority remains to continue providing the best client service whilst protecting the health and safety of our people and their families. Please read our Managing Director’s…

The hunt for dividend income in 2020

With interest rates at historic lows and likely to stay that way for some time, retirees and other investors who depend on income from their investments are on the lookout for a decent yield. Read…

2019 Year in Review: A year of highs and lows

Looking back at 2019: a year of extremes, with shares hitting record highs and interest rates at historic lows. Yet all in all, 2019 delivered far better returns than Australian investors dared hope for at…

Summer Newsletter

Superannuation comes in for a lot of criticism, yet a recent report ranked Australia’s retirement income system number three in the world. Read the full Summer Newsletter HERE. 

Steering through choppy seas

With economic growth slowing in Australia and around the globe, investors are uncertain about where to put their savings. In this snapshot, we look at the implications of current market trends for investors and the…

Spring Newsletter

How changing the story you’re telling yourself about the life you deserve can help you achieve your dreams. Click HERE to read more.

Is the tide turning on the property market?

For the first time in years, the planets seem to be aligning for homebuyers and property investors. Interest rates are falling, property prices largely appear to be stabilising and constraints on bank mortgage lending have…

Women in Finance Awards 2019

Congratulations to our very own Sarah Ward  for being shortlisted for the Women in Finance Awards 2019. Sarah has been named a finalist in the Office Administrator of the Year category. Sarah has been recognised for…

Akambo Winter Newsletter

Welcome to our special election edition. We’ve fast-tracked our Winter newsletter to discuss the return of the Morrison Liberal/National Party Coalition government. CLICK HERE to find out more.

How much super is enough?

May is here, and as the weather begins to cool the political climate is heating up. As the federal election draws near, the spotlight is on the nation’s hip pocket and future prosperity. That makes…

Our Akambo App is LIVE and ready for download!

We have created this free new App to give you access to important information, resources and insights. Some of the key features of the Akambo App are: Access to newsletters and insights to keep you…

Akambo Summer Newsletter

December is upon us and debates about superannuation and whether it will be enough to retire on are constantly in the news. So we decided to ask what your dream retirement looks like and what…

Benefits of a SUPER long engagement

Superannuation is a long-term financial relationship. Throughout your super journey you will experience the ups and downs of bull and bear markets so it’s important to keep your eye on the long term. Click on…

Steady, measured growth – our key to success!

Akambo has implemented a deliberate and measured approach to better position our business and to further grow the wealth of our clients. Read more about our success story HERE.  

Akambo Spring Newsletter

Plugging in to technology stocks, young invincibles – the importance of insurance and lessons from the ‘rich list’. Find out more by clicking on: https://lnkd.in/gfAAiHg

Akambo named a WINNER at the 2018 IFA Excellence Awards!

Congratulations to our very own Joe Akiki for winning the 2018 IFA Excellence ‘Practice Principal of the Year’ Award. A very well deserved recognition of Joe’s hard work, passion and dedication. Well done!

Have oil prices peaked?

Australian motorists are not the only ones hoping that global oil prices have peaked after reaching four-year highs in 2018. Click on the link to read more: https://lnkd.in/gAZZJe8

Making the most of a falling Aussie dollar

One of the major themes for local investors in 2018 is the fall in the Australian dollar… Click on the link to find out more: https://lnkd.in/faPTM-q

Celebrating our 11th year in business!

Since opening our door, Akambo has developed into a thriving and highly successful integrated financial services business, comprising of a team of exceptionally experienced professionals with broad industry expertise. We take enormous pride in our ability to deliver…

Ready…Set…Are you good to go for the new financial year?

Another financial year is drawing to a close, making this a perfect time to look back at all you’ve achieved over the past 12 months and set goals for the year ahead. Click on the link…

Federal Budget 2018 -19 Analysis

Federal Budget 2018 – 19 Analysis After years of debt and deficit, Australians can look forward to plenty of pre-election spending sweeteners in Treasurer Scott Morrison’s third Budget. There are tax cuts for low and…

Akambo new look and feel!

Akambo new look and feel! The updated identity had to satisfy all of the existing expectations of what our original mark stands for, while simultaneously moving the brand forward to acknowledge the maturity, development, growth…