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To eliminate all investment risk.To maximise short-term returns.To spread risk and reduce the impact of market fluctuations.To invest exclusively in high-risk assets.

The ease of converting assets into cash.The growth potential of an investment.The amount of debt a person has.The number of assets in a portfolio.

To provide tax benefits for high-income earners.To ensure employers contribute to their employees' retirement savings.To promote short-term savings goals.To encourage individuals to invest in real estate.

Term Deposits.Government Bonds.Managed Funds.Australian Shares.

Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC).Australian Taxation Office (ATO).Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA).Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA).

Case Study 1: Retirement Planning

John is a 45-year-old Australian who is concerned about his retirement. He currently has $100,000 in his superannuation fund and plans to retire at age 65. He wants to maintain a comfortable lifestyle in retirement, which he estimates will cost him $60,000 per year in today's dollars. John's superannuation fund is invested in a mix of stocks and bonds. He expects an average annual return of 6% on his investments. John also wants to know how much he should contribute to his superannuation fund each year to achieve his retirement goal.

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$5,000$7,000$10,000$15,000

Case Study 2: Tax Planning

Sarah is a self-employed freelancer in Australia, earning $80,000 per year before tax. She is looking for ways to reduce her taxable income and optimize her tax situation. Sarah is aware of several tax deductions and incentives available to self-employed individuals. She wants to know which of the following actions can help her reduce her taxable income the most.

Problem Solving Question:

Making additional voluntary superannuation contributions.Claiming a deduction for home office expenses.Investing in a tax-efficient managed fund.Donating to a registered charity.

Case Study 3: Investment Diversification

Michael is a 30-year-old investor in Australia who has a diversified investment portfolio consisting of stocks, bonds, and real estate. He recently received an inheritance of $200,000 and is considering how to invest this windfall. Michael wants to maintain a balanced and diversified portfolio to manage risk and achieve his financial goals.

Problem Solving Question:

Invest all of it in stocks for potential high returnsSplit it equally between stocks and bondsInvest it all in real estate for long-term appreciationKeep it in a savings account for safety

Case Study 4: Estate Planning

Emily and Daniel are a married couple in their late 50s living in Australia. They have accumulated significant assets over the years, including a family home, investment properties, and a substantial superannuation balance. They want to ensure their assets are distributed according to their wishes in the event of their passing and minimize potential estate taxes.

Problem Solving Question:

Creating a joint tenancy arrangement for their properties.Designating beneficiaries for their superannuation fund.Gifting a portion of their assets to their children immediately.Setting up a family trust for their assets.

Savings account interest rates go down, mortgage rates go up.Savings account interest rates go up, mortgage rates go down.Both savings account and mortgage rates go up.Both savings account and mortgage rates go down.

It increases.It remains the same.It decreases.It fluctuates unpredictably.

Diversification guarantees high returns.Diversification eliminates all investment risk.Diversification spreads risk across different region, sectors & assets.Diversification only applies to real estate investments.

It limits the total concessional contributions an individual can make to their superannuation account.It encourages individuals to make unlimited contributions to their superannuation account.It has no impact on superannuation contributions.It only applies to government employees.

Capital gains are not subject to tax in Australia.It is taxed at the individual's marginal tax rate, with a discount for holding the property for over a year.It is taxed at a flat rate of 10%.It is taxed at a flat rate of 50%.

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