HammockTalk - Quarterly Newsletter Autumn 2014 | Page 3

In this issue... The gift every mum should give herself Mothers are the masters of multi-tasking but often have little spare time to look after themselves. This Mother's Day there is one important gift mothers can give themselves - the gift of a secure financial future by ensuring their super is on track. p. 3 Common myths and mistakes of investing The increasingly complex nature of investment markets leads many to adopt simple rules of thumb often based on common sense, when making investment decisions. Unfortunately though, the forward looking nature of investment markets means such approaches often cause investors to miss out on opportunities at best or lose money at worst. p. 7 Saving is a family affair You eat together, play together and live under the same roof – so why not save together? Simple saving ideas for the whole family! p. 13 Making a smooth transition Retirement used to represent a sharp break with the past-one day you were working full time, the next you were sitting at home with the rest of your life ahead of you. These days, the transition doesn't have to be quite so abrupt. p. 16 Australia's growing population - get ready With Australia's population expected to swell by mid-century and the first wave of baby boomers reaching retirement, building up the nest egg has become more important than ever. p. 19 Access your finances on the move Technology is changing the way we live. Whether it's buying our groceries or finding out what's happening in the world, we expect instant access. And it's no different when it comes to our money. p. 23 Ideas that won't break the budget Mother's Day Special! We've scoured the internet for clever ideas every day people are coming up with. From cheap and tasty recipes, clever uses for everyday things and DIYs that will blow your mind, we're on it and want to share it with you! p. 27