The Visual Evolution of Locumsgroup

Established in 1952 in London, Locumsgroup originated as a publishing company, founded to assist Australian Medical and Dental Practitioners with their financial affairs while working overseas. During our establishment, we cultivated a set of core services and an overarching approach that have and continue to form our company’s value and purpose. While many of our […]

Optimising Your Superannuation Fund

Whether you are looking to retire or have just started your first full time job, managing your superannuation account is an important component to consider. A review of your superannuation fund can take form in a number of ways, detailed below: Review Your Current Fund Ensure your retirement funds are invested in line with your […]

Small Spending Habits That May Be Costing You Thousands

We’ve seen a lot of interesting money habits and across the spectrum of behavioural finance during our time here at Locumsgroup. The one spending habit we routinely see and perhaps the biggest culprit for savings erosion are small, discreet habitual payments. Acts that may seem innocent enough, like ordering UberEats for a mid-week treat, in […]

Understanding Tax Cuts: What It Means for You

Two Perspectives On Tax – Daylight Robbery Vs. Club Fees ‘Daylight robbery’ or ‘clubhouse fees’ provide two opposing perspectives on government mandated tax. While both sides provide a compelling argument, from a financial advisory perspective, let’s consider this. There is a price to pay for living in a safe democracy. A simple glance to a […]

Climbing To The Peak

There’s something almost mesmerising about the ongoing rally in global equity markets. Rather than a spectacular race to the peak, this quarter has seen a more slow and steady climb. By the end of March both the S&P/ASX 200 Index in Australia and the S&P 500 Index in the US are reaching new record highs […]

Property – A Historically Sound Investment

Over recent years, Australia’s residential property market has experienced increased volatility and disruption. Speculation around the markets’ strength and future trajectory has been at the forefront of property-related communications, influencing people’s confidence and ability to buy or invest.  Fundamental to understanding whether property is a suitable asset to help grow your financial portfolio is ensuring […]

Why Most Financial Plans Fail And How To Create One That Stands The Test Of Time

Financial goals vary. They might include saving for a deposit, taking an extended holiday, investing in a second property, or establishing a share portfolio  – while we all have financial goals that we want to achieve, the difference between thinking about what they are and seeing them to fruition comes down to whether or not […]

We Look Back, So You Can Move Forward

At Locumsgroup, we recognise that understanding the defining financial events of the past is essential to achieving a secure financial future. As experts in financial advice and accounting, our speciality is identifying the key facts to advise and direct you toward realistic financial goals for the future. Whatever your goal may be, whether you want […]