The Pulse Since the initial outbreak, COVID‐19 has spread to over 210 countries, and estimates indicate it could trim global economic growth by between 3.0% to 6.0% in 2020.
Archives for July 2020
Housing market: shaken but 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. Only months ago, economists were forecasting a housing price slump of 20% or more. Now, most have revised their forecasts to price falls of between five and 10%.
Making your wishes known
While Australia’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic was among the best in the world, the speed and spread of the illness underlined just how fragile life can be. It was also a solemn reminder of the importance of ensuring your affairs are in order, so your wishes are met – in life and death.
New financial year – new perspective
The start of the financial year is always an excellent time to take stock of your current situation and visualise where you’d like to be in the future.