Asset Building Case Study
Client situation:
| Situation | Bob | Jane |
|---|---|---|
| Age | 32 | 27 |
| Salary | $90,000 p.a. | $60,000 p.a. |
| Apartment | $400,000 with $300,000 mortgage | |
| Shares | $15,000 | $0 |
| Super | $70,000 | $25,000 |
| Health | Good health | |
| Children | Jane is currently pregnant | |
| Insurance | Adequate general & no personal insurance | |
Our Advice
- Work out a saving plan.
- Focus on paying down debt with the view of upgrading to a family home at some stage.
- Consider the need for asset protection.
- Consider government schemes.
- Consider salary packaging (unlikely to salary sacrifice superannuation).
- Estate planning including superannuation assets which do not form part of a person’s estate, Enduring Powers of Attorneys, medical directives, etc.
- Establish personal insurance to protect Bob, Jane and their future children. Structure the insurance to ensure maximum tax deductibility of premiums.
"Humphrey Partners has helped my family with professional financial advice on a number of occasions. Specifically, Chris recently helped me to make decisions regarding my salary packaging options. Chris and his team are always proactive and quick to respond to queries. Chris’ advice has always been relevant and informative, enabling us to make careful decisions about our financial situation and planned future. "
Kirsten Cowan