Risk Mitigation and Asset Protection
Posted 8 Oct '20
Posted 8 Oct '20
The blame game! We all play it, even if we are not the instigator. Fun if you win, but not if you roll the dice and lose. And this is why statistically, Australia is one of the most litigious environments in the world. When you open your mailbox and you find that lovely statement of claims (SOC) stating that they will see you in court, you know someone else wants your hard-earned money!
So, whilst you can spend an eternity building your wealth, brick by brick and piece by piece, no doubt it can all be taken away in an instant. It just takes someone, or something unpredictable to wipe the slate clean – case in point, the coronavirus pandemic and economic crisis.
So now, more than ever, we need to consider the protection of your wealth and assets. To mitigate the event that you ‘lose it all’, we need to consider suitable asset protection strategies so you can continue to reap the benefits of business and leave a legacy like no other.
Interest deductibility is one of the most important — and often misunderstood — areas of the Australian tax system.
For investors, business owners, and individuals with investment loans, getting this right can make a meaningful difference to your tax
position.
We’re excited to introduce our latest Partner in Business, Alex Watson, founder of Funded Finance. Alex is someone who truly understands that great lending outcomes aren’t just about rates or approvals — they’re about clarity, communication, and long‑term strategy. We sat down with Alex to learn more about his journey, his business, and what makes Funded Finance different.
Empire has had a long-standing relationship with Rothgard Financial Partners, in fact, one that pre-dates Empire itself! Over many years of working alongside Gino and his team, we’ve seen first‑hand the quality of the relationships they build with their clients. We are excited to have them feature as our Partner in Business in this month's newsletter.