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Spring newsletter 2022

October 6, 2022ChrysalisLatest News

Welcome to the Spring edition of the Chrysalis Lifestyle Planning newsletter. Has Spring really…

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June 2022 Newsletter & Market Update

June 15, 2022ChrysalisLatest News

It’s hard to believe we are nearly halfway through 2022 already. What an extraordinary year it has been so far. With the ongoing recovery from COVID19, a war in Europe, ongoing lock downs in China, floods, fires, heighten geopolitical tensions globally plus increasing concerns regarding the financial impacts of demand driven inflation – there hasn’t…

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Federal Budget Summary

April 14, 2022ChrysalisLatest News

On the evening of the 29th of March 2022, the Government handed down the 2022-23 Federal Budget. It should come as no surprise that the major focus of this Budget for most Australians is on the cost of living. With inflation levels and the cost of many goods rising, be that from the effect of…

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March 2022 Newsletter

March 29, 2022ChrysalisLatest News

This year seems to by flying by once again. We already find ourselves a quarter of the way through a new calendar year, with the end of the financial year only three months away. It is with this in mind that we are writing to you to update you on what is going on in…

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Ukraine V Russia – What To Do?

March 2, 2022ChrysalisLatest News

As we raised in our recent newsletter in early February, geopolitical instability generates short-term volatility in investment markets and highlights the importance of retaining your long-term investment perspective during these times. Clearly this has been the case following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. While it is paramount to maintain a longer-term perspective during such times, it…

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What’s ahead for 2022? Volatility and investing.

February 8, 2022ChrysalisLatest News

We commence a new year after one that many would like to forget. However, following a wild start to the year in the markets, many are asking, “What’s ahead for 2022?” For anyone watching the investment markets, or those caught up in the seemingly endless barrage of negative financial media reports, the start of 2022…

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Finalist – Self Licensed Advice Firm of the year awards 2021

October 11, 2021ChrysalisChrysalis News

Your Chrysalis Team have been chosen as finalists in the ‘IFA Self Licensed Firm of the year’ award for 2021.  This is our second year in a row.  Winners are announced on November 17 at the Four Seasons Hotel, Sydney.  We are wrapt to receive this honour again.  We don’t do what we do for…

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Chrysalis Spring 2021 Newsletter

October 8, 2021ChrysalisLatest News

It’s Spring!  Fresh beginnings. When we wrote our last winter newsletter we were all just heading into lockdown in New South Wales and later Victoria. As we write this edition we are all hopefully getting ready to come out.  We really hope that this is the beginning of a return to normality and life as…

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Mega Chinese Property Company – Evergrande

September 30, 2021ChrysalisLatest News

You may have watched stories on the news recently about Evergrande, the failing Chinese building and construction giant. They may collapse in the next few days given the massive debt they hold. We wanted to give you our position on this unfolding issue in a timely manner so as to allay any fears or concerns you…

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Australia has experienced a multi-decade property boom, but one leading analyst predicts it’s nearly over

April 22, 2021ChrysalisLatest News

Some analysts are warning that Australia’s multi-decade property boom may be about to end, but most agree that will not happen this year with double-digit house price growth widely expected in 2021. Read in ABC News: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-04-22/real-estate-faces-macroprudential-risks/100084426

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Finalist – Self Licensed Advice Firm of the year awards 2020

October 23, 2020ChrysalisChrysalis News

Your Chrysalis team are very excited to have been announced as 2020 finalists by the IFA (Independent Financial Adviser publication) for Self-Licensed Financial Planning company of the year! This finalist nomination is a great industry honour.  We would like to recognise and thank all the staff at Chrysalis Lifestyle Planning for their professionalism, pursuit of…

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2020 Federal Budget

October 15, 2020ChrysalisLatest News

2020 Federal Budget Fast-tracked tax cuts and wage subsidies for younger workers underline the Federal Government’s budget. Note: These changes are proposals only and may or may not be made law. Summary Personal tax cuts brought forward  Immediate tax relief: ’Stage two’ personal income tax cuts will be brought forward two years, and back dated to…

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From Qantas to Chrysalis: Phil’s Journey

July 5, 2020ChrysalisChrysalis News

After 15 great years flying as a Qantas long haul flight attendant, I wanted to move on to a new career where I could make a genuine difference to people’s lives using my qualifications, talents and experience. So in 1996, after further tertiary study, I took the opportunity to begin a financial planning business.  Having…

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Qantas Voluntary Redundancy – Top Ten Tips

July 3, 2020ChrysalisLatest News

From our QF Redundancy experience over the past 16 years, these are our 10 Top Tips for Qantas staff when considering if a Voluntary Redundancy (VR) is right for you: Your preference – to take or not to take that is the question! Are you mentally ready to disconnect from QF? Do you have a…

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Hot Topic’s Q&A video session with Jo

May 26, 2020ChrysalisLatest News

Chrysalis Lifestyle Planning presents ‘Hot Topic’s’ Q&A video session with Jo! Today Jo will spend a couple of minutes covering the following commonly asked questions:   1. Should I reduce my pension payment? 2. Should I remain invested/and or add further cash into the market? 3. Redraw versus Offset accounts….what are the implications right now?…

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Government Safety Nets – A Simple Summary

April 9, 2020ChrysalisLatest News

New Government Safety Nets to Support Most Australians – Quick Client Summary.   We hope you and your families are all well and finding the quarantine experience an interesting and positive one so far! We have provided a summary designed to help simplify the various Government support measures currently being rolled out. Given we are not through the pandemic…

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How are Markets Reacting to COVID-19

March 27, 2020ChrysalisLatest News

Here at Chrysalis Lifestyle Planning we have been busy monitoring recent market impacts and fielding a number of calls from clients. We are looking to steer all of our client portfolios through the volatility that we are currently seeing and clients have been largely calm in the knowledge that we are standing by them to…

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Home Lockdown Survival Guide

March 25, 2020ChrysalisLatest News

The following ideas are provided to help you endure and triumph through this challenging time…..     – Home & Supplies– Stock up on food & supplies but don’t hoard – keep a food pantry of up to 1–2 months In particular, consider your needs for baby formula, water, nappies, toilet paper, vegetables that can be turned…

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Chrysalis COVID-19 Regular Update

March 24, 2020ChrysalisLatest News

Updated Government Response Government on the march On Sunday 23 March, Scott Morrison announced the second round of stimulus measures targeted at combating the impact of the coronavirus. Valued at $66billion, this package brings the Government reported overall economic assistance package to $189 billion. They simultaneously increased the self-isolation measures and enforcement of social distancing, with…

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IMPORTANT STOP PRESS…….CHRYSALIS AND CORONAVIRUS – OUR CONTINGENCY PLAN

March 17, 2020ChrysalisLatest News

What a difference two weeks makes! The world is currently working through an unprecedented economic and health crisis that will impact on our ability to lead our normal daily lives for some time. At Chrysalis we are acutely aware that Coronavirus (COVID-19) is proving to be an escalating challenge not only to the wider financial industry and Governments…

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COVID-19 scam messages targeting Australians

March 17, 2020ChrysalisLatest News

Please be aware that there are many scam email and texts emerging regarding COVID-19 (Coronavirus). If you receive any unexpected emails or text messages, no matter what the subject matter, be very careful not to follow links or enter your personal information unless you are absolutely sure it is a legitimate site. You can find a lot of useful information…

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Coronavirus – Further Update

March 10, 2020ChrysalisLatest News

We are starting to receive a few calls from clients off the back of the big falls in the markets as to what the Coronavirus impacts may be on your portfolio so we wanted to provide the following update for you. Please be assured, the Chrysalis Investment Committee is watching unfolding world events and assessing them…

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Magellan Investor Briefing – March 2020

March 9, 2020ChrysalisLatest News

Hamish Douglas, founder and CEO of Magellan, hosted an evening to several thousand investors where he presented his view of the trajectory of world economies and the opportunities that Magellan sees. He also spoke into how Magellan may be addressing the opportunities and threats from coronavirus. Special guest, Michael Morell former deputy director of the…

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Global Chief Economist Forum – Sydney – February 2020

February 7, 2020ChrysalisChrysalis News

Phil and Mike attend the global chief economist forum in Sydney where they heard comments from chief economist from around the world. While the coronavirus was a topic of conversation, almost all economists were somewhat upbeat for the 2020 year, with shares being the investment of choice. However, it was acknowledged that company valuations are…

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IMPORTANT – Dramatic Changes to Income Protection Insurance – PLEASE READ

February 4, 2020ChrysalisLatest News

Do you have an income protection policy already in place – personally or via super? Have you been thinking about taking up income protection insurance but have not yet done so? Do you know someone who has income protection cover or is thinking about getting it? If the answer is yes to any of the…

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Emergency Assistance for Bush Fire Victims

January 23, 2020ChrysalisLatest News

With many parts of Australia devastated by bushfires many lenders & Life Insurers are offering support to their clients whether they be home owners, business owners or employees of businesses that have been affected by the fires. We have received numerous emails from lenders and insurers indicating they will assist their clients. Some of the…

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Super-charge your Retirement

January 22, 2020ChrysalisLatest News

Good article from news.com.au about some of the many benefits of saving into super. One quarter of workers are boosting their superannuation through salary sacrifice and potentially giving themselves hundreds of thousands of extra dollars at retirement. New research has highlighted the double reward savers can get from salary sacrifice – a bigger nest egg…

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Australian Stockmarket hits a record high

January 16, 2020ChrysalisLatest News

Good news…… It looks like the GFC is finally behind us in the Stockmarket. On 16 January, 2020 at 10:03am the ASX 200 hit 7000 points for the first time ever! We are now moving into new territory in terms of share growth. We are hoping that this year is another good year. Fingers crossed!

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Is this the beginning of the end for Cash?

January 15, 2020ChrysalisLatest News

Legislation limiting cash payments to $10,000 has already passed the Lower House of Parliament late last year. Will this controversial new law pass and signal the beginning of the end for the use of cash as is already beginning to happen in other countries such as Scandinavia. How would this effect you? Read more from…

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Residential property prices tipped to make a comeback says ANZ

October 21, 2019ChrysalisLatest News

Good news about our languishing property market is now re emerging in the media. Super cheap money coupled with lower prices may see a surge in buying Phil Sydney and Melbourne house prices will soon be growing at double-digit rates ANZ says the Sydney and Melbourne property markets are likely to accelerate by the middle…

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Good News – Property markets starting to recover!

September 13, 2019ChrysalisLatest News

September 2019 Good News – Property markets starting to recover! Some positive news at last from our depressed property market which is starting to turn the corner and show signs of making a comeback.. Read more here from ABC News…

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Congratulations Michael Price

May 21, 2019ChrysalisChrysalis News

The Chrysalis Team celebrated last Friday night as we welcomed Michael Price as Partner to the Company. A fun night was had by all.    

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Why we trick ourselves about our finances…

May 8, 2019ChrysalisLatest News

Please find below an interesting article for you to read and consider, we often see this play in practice. Why we trick ourselves about our finances..

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Sydney, Canberra & Melbourne – Property bargains to be had – April 2019

May 2, 2019ChrysalisLatest News

Sydney, Canberra & Melbourne – Property bargains to be had – April 2019 If you’re in the market to buy a property you are coming into some good buying months with prices well down for the first time in nearly 2 decades!  On top of that the banks appear to be loosening their tight credit…

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Federal Budget 2019 – Summary

April 4, 2019ChrysalisLatest News

Tuesday night saw the first Federal Budget handed down by Treasurer Josh Frydenberg. It was a cash splash just minutes before we head to the local primary school for the Federal elections, the date of which we expect will be announced this weekend. The Government is very proud that they are on track to head…

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Fongo – The Sydney residential property market – right time to buy, not so good to sell!

March 20, 2019ChrysalisLatest News

The Sydney residential property market – right time to buy, not so good to sell! March 2019 Property expert’s give the  latest results of the falling property market prices particularly in Sydney and Melbourne.  There appears to still be more downside in these reducing market prices. The time to buy will get better and better…

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Investor Update – Bennelong

February 6, 2019ChrysalisLatest News

Update from one of our fund managers – Bennelong Australian Equity Partners – regarding recent market fluctuations and their methodology for investing.   Watch a video from Bennelong’s investment director Julian Beaumont, here….  

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Chrysalis Christmas Party 2018

January 15, 2019ChrysalisChrysalis News

Thank you to the Chrysalis clients that enjoyed themselves over the water at the beautiful Manly Skiff Club catching up with friends new and old. Over 100 clients joined the Chrysalis team for a fantastic night.

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Stop Press – IMPORTANT – Tax-free redundancies expanded to over-65s

December 18, 2018ChrysalisLatest News

Hot off the press yesterday we have just read this following pending announcement from the Treasurer, Josh Frydenberg and wanted to get this info to you urgently. Epic timing for all crew close to or over 65 already considering taking the current QF Redundancy. There is a slim possibility that Labour may move to remove…

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Wealthtrac Advisor Awards 2018

December 17, 2018ChrysalisChrysalis News

The Chrysalis team has done it again…..taking out the top award for National Advice Dealership of the Year.  Congratulations to the entire Chrysalis team and thank you to all our wonderful partnered clients for your part in contributing to this award.  

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Australian Cricket Legend – Neil Marks

December 17, 2018ChrysalisChrysalis News

  Here’s a wonderful story about the legendary Australian Cricketer Neil Marks. Neil is a new client to Chrysalis in 2018. Sydney Morning Herald – Neil Marks

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Market Volatility….., Correction or Crash?

November 6, 2018ChrysalisLatest News

October has (once again) spooked the markets in the lead up to Halloween and so we have had some interesting conversations with some clients recently around the stock market volatility and the sensationalist media headlines that inevitably follow. As your Chrysalis advice team we’re constantly paying attention to market volatility across all asset classes, including…

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Phil and Silvie complete the 7 Bridges Walk through Sydney to raise funds for the Cancer Council

October 29, 2018ChrysalisChrysalis News

October 2018 Phil and Silvie joined 50,000 of their best friends today to complete a 27 km walking circuit around Sydney crossing over 7 bridges in the process. The Cancer Council does great work in funding the fight against this terrible disease.                            

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Sydney Magellan briefing – Are We Being Trumped?

October 29, 2018ChrysalisChrysalis News

October 2018 Hamish Douglass, Co-founder and Chief Investment Officer for Magellan and a former CIA assistant director presented to over 1000 financial advisers in Sydney about the effect that Donald Trump is having on world economics. They talked about trade wars between the US and China and the big push from China to take their…

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Phil meets with Federal Ministers and MPs at Parliament House, Canberra

October 23, 2018ChrysalisChrysalis News

October 2018   Phil and 4 other key stakeholders from the financial planning industry meet with 9 MPs and the Assistant Treasurer Minister Stuart Robert at Parliament house to discuss educational standards designed to make financial planning a profession equal in standing to accounting and law. Under the current set of new requirements, almost all…

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The Australian Lending Journal

October 8, 2018ChrysalisLatest News

  The Australian Lending Journal ALAN KOHLER After the GFC, the banks stopped lending to residential property developers; after the BRC (banking royal commission) they have stopped lending to the developers’ customers — investors in new apartments. That’s an oversimplification, but not much of one. In 2009 a new industry emerged — “re-emerged” might be…

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Easy Money……Soon to be a thing of the past

October 4, 2018ChrysalisLatest News

I expect you will have seen some media attention on the softening property market and bank lending by now. We expect this to continue for some years. Chrysalis would like to alert you to the fact that refinancing your loans or taking up a new loan is about to get much much harder.  You may want…

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Do you have an Interest Only mortgage…….If so, read on!

September 25, 2018ChrysalisLatest News

Research just released reveals impending Mortgage Stress with likely further falls in property values.  There are some changes coming as a result of the Royal Commission and political environment which will put pressure on your hip pocket. Many Aussie investors are not prepared for what is likely to come in the form of 30% –…

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The money problems that dogged Aretha Franklin’s remarkable career.

August 31, 2018ChrysalisLatest News

Life is not necessarily a bed of roses when you’re famous.  The following is an interesting article on Aretha’s money troubles and the need for Trusted advice.  We shouldn’t be going it alone!   Read more here from The Age

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7 Bridges Walk for the Cancer Council

August 22, 2018ChrysalisChrysalis News

Phil & Silvie are doing the 7 Bridges walk to raise money for the Cancer Council with the added bonus of having fun and keeping fit. We would love clients and friends to join us. Feel free to donate to this great cause via the below link.       7 Bridges Walk Information

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How multi-million-dollar property portfolio becomes liquidity trap for retirees

August 6, 2018ChrysalisLatest News

Read the full article from the Australian Financial Review here…

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Falling prices, no tenants, the worst is yet to come for Sydney housing market

August 6, 2018ChrysalisLatest News

The following article appeared on the Australian Financial Review Website.  We thought it may be of interest…   Read more of this article here…

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Newsflash…Banks move to exit lending on Superfund owned Property

July 16, 2018ChrysalisLatest News

  Were you planning to buy a residential property inside your superfund?  Do you know someone who is? You may need to think again! Yesterday our mortgage specialist advised they had received the following announcement from Westpac & St George with the other banks expected to follow suit shortly ……”   Effective 31 July 2018 we will…

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Jo reaches a special milestone – 10 years at Chrysalis.

June 27, 2018ChrysalisChrysalis News

June 2018 We all love working with Jo.  Congratulations to you Jo and thank you for many years doing an awesome job looking after all our wonderful clients.

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Chrysalis attends ANZ APEX Adviser event

May 29, 2018ChrysalisChrysalis News

Gary, Mike & Phil recently attended an invitation only event held in Sydney.  Mental health and the Banking Royal Commission were the key topics covered. The Guest speaker was the very interesting and quirky 2017 Gold Logie Award winner and 2017 Victorian of the year – Sam Johnson.

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Sydney, Melbourne housing prices tipped to fall another 5%

April 10, 2018ChrysalisLatest News

Home prices in Australia’s two largest housing markets of Sydney and Melbourne are falling, and more falls are expected later in the year. So far this year, home values are down 1.9 per cent in Sydney, and 0.5 per cent in Melbourne, the latest data from property analytics group CoreLogic shows. Prices have fallen 1…

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Phil attends a prestigious course at Cambridge University in London – March 2018

April 6, 2018ChrysalisChrysalis News

Phil attended an invitation only masterclass course in financial planning and professionalism at Cambridge University. Meetings were also held with fund managers and financial planner licensees in London to discuss ideas to deliver even greater value to clients and where the industry maybe heading in Australia based on the UK experience.  

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Chrysalis Comment Regarding Recent Market Falls

February 7, 2018ChrysalisLatest News

We have had a few calls/emails from clients and have been closely watching the market falls over the past 2 days and we thought you may find it helpful to hear from us re what these might mean for you. I have held a teleconference with the Chrysalis Investment Committee analysts over the issue and…

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Chrysalis Christmas Party 2017

January 8, 2018ChrysalisChrysalis News

Once again a fabulous evening at the Manly Skiff Club for our annual Chrysalis Lifestyle Planning Christmas party. Thank you to all our lovely clients that attended the evening. We hope you had a great Christmas and New Year and may you all have a fantastic 2018.   Watch the video from the night here…

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Bitcoin and Cryptocurrencies

December 14, 2017ChrysalisLatest News

“Bitcoin and Cryptocurrencies are getting a lot of attention in the media at the moment and they certainly are in our inboxes!  My inbox is riddled with Bitcoin spam. Several clients have questioned whether this new currencies frenzie is worth considering.  We think it is unregulated, limited and likely to lead to future losses as…

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One in six owners withdraw homes from auctions across Sydney

December 11, 2017ChrysalisLatest News

The Sydney Morning Herald Sydney homeowners are losing confidence in the auction market, with the proportion of sellers withdrawing their properties from auction surging in November. Continue reading the article here..  

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Wealthtrac Advisor Awards 2017

November 23, 2017ChrysalisChrysalis News

Phil takes out the “Gold Dealer Inflows” Excellence Award for 2017. Thanks once again to the Chrysalis team for an outstanding effort this year. Left to right: Phil Windsor, Mike Price, Gary Pike.  

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Property Market Slowdown Driven By Investors?

November 23, 2017ChrysalisLatest News

Dwelling value growth has slowed as demand from investor’s falls; is this just a coincidence or does it highlight just how reliant the housing market has become on demand from the investor segment?   Continue reading here..  

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Citi Bank analysts issue grave property warning for investors

November 7, 2017ChrysalisLatest News

Australia’s housing market sits atop a pile of increasingly vulnerable debt, according to Citi researchers, who on Friday outlined how the glory days for multiple property investors and interest-only borrowers could soon become a nightmare. To read more click here..

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Australia’s housing boom is ‘officially’ over, UBS says

November 7, 2017ChrysalisLatest News

The Sydney Morning Herald Going, going, gone: A global investment bank has called the end of Australia’s world record housing boom, saying the golden years are “officially” over after home prices fell in Sydney for the second month in a row.   For more information, click here for the full article

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Who’s getting your Money!

September 6, 2017ChrysalisLatest News

We are presently helping a family deal with the repercussions and issues arising from the sudden loss of their father. What is becoming abundantly clear is that the legal world at death is complex, technical and fraught with dangers.  It’s a very difficult thing for family members to navigate the emotions and conflicting interests without…

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Chrysalis Achieves A Significant Industry Milestone – August 2017

September 4, 2017ChrysalisChrysalis News

The growing team at Chrysalis were recently hosted at Café Sydney and recognised for achieving a significant industry milestone.  The awards luncheon recognised the growth rate and maturity of the Chrysalis Lifestyle Planning business in the industry as it turns 10 years old on 6 September! We thank you all for your support and look…

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May 2017 E-Newsletter

August 28, 2017ChrysalisUncategorised

May 2017 E-Newsletter

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Mortgage stress for Australians

August 23, 2017ChrysalisLatest News

ABC News has broadcast very interesting research findings regarding mortgage stress for Australians.  There is trouble brewing for property prices in Australia.  This is great news if you plan to buy and maybe not so good if you plan to sell. Whilst we don’t anticipate any significant rise in interest rates, it is certain that…

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Helpful Tips about Money

August 18, 2017ChrysalisLatest News

Why we need to talk more about our Money ALMOST one-third of Australians never talk about money — with anyone — and more than half have given up on a personal dream for financial reasons, new research has found. CLICK HERE

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What’s ahead for Property?

August 15, 2017ChrysalisLatest News

What’s ahead for Property? We all know that the values of property have gone nuts particularly in the past 4 years.  Values are too high and they must fall.  We are now looking at the end of a 15 year bull market for property which has cushioned us from the ‘hard landing’ we would have…

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Putting a new smile on a sad face

April 27, 2017ChrysalisChrysalis News

We are always here to help our Chrysalis family in any way we can.  Here is a heartfelt email that was sent to me this week. THANK YOU At the start of this year my entire world crumbled. I lost my best friend (my horse – Coops) and my passion in one hit. I thought…

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Phil attends licensee conference in Tokyo – April 2017

April 27, 2017ChrysalisChrysalis News

Along with about 100 licensees Phil attended a financial planning conference in Tokyo. Presentations were made covering topics such as economic updates, government regulation changes, new superannuation rules, trends occurring across the globe in advice for clients. Phil was also invited to attend briefings and tours at two huge Japanese financial firms who are now…

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Market comment from the Magellan CEO

April 27, 2017ChrysalisLatest News

Hamish Douglas, Magellan Co Founder & CEO, provides his insights in this interesting 15 minute video regarding the current state of play in markets,  new infrastructure opportunities and global events and the risks associated.

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Financial Standard News – Chief Economists Forum Feb 2017​

February 14, 2017ChrysalisChrysalis News

Phil & Mike attended a jam packed event in the Ballroom of the Westin Hotel in Sydney where 1000 advisers heard from some of the sharpest minds and economic experts shared their views about the state of the world, markets and what is in store for 2017 in planet Trump!

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Wealthtrac Advisor Awards 2016

January 26, 2017ChrysalisChrysalis News

Phil takes the ‘Runner Up’ award for the Wealthtrac Advisor of the Year. Thanks once again to the Chrysalis team for all their efforts this year.

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Chrysalis Client Christmas Party 2016

January 20, 2017ChrysalisChrysalis News

Clients spent a lovely evening over the water at Manly enjoying a glass of bubbly and meeting new and old friends.

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Phil Awarded one of Australia’s Most Trusted Advisers

November 30, 2016ChrysalisChrysalis News

Thanks to your votes and feedback, Beddoes Institute has recognised Phil as one of the top 1% of Australia’s Most Trusted Advisers and included him on their ‘invitation only’ public website. On some of the metrics, Beddoes Institute advised that Phil’s results were equal to or higher than the highest marks they have ever recorded…

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US Election Result – Comments from the Chrysalis Investment Committee

November 16, 2016ChrysalisLatest News

US Election observations Once again election polls and markets have been confused by voters reaction to major events. The UK Brexit vote in June also saw voters turn against the establishment. The result of Donald Trump being elected as President confirms that voters are looking for change and not prepared to accept the established view….

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The World According To Trump

November 10, 2016ChrysalisLatest News

Libby Cantrill, PIMCO’s head of public policy, discusses the policy outlook and market implications following the unprecedented U.S. election victory for Donald Trump.

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Chrysalis Client Survey – Your Results!

October 21, 2016ChrysalisLatest News

Firstly I want to start by sending you a Big……… THANK YOU! Thank you for taking the time from your busy life to complete the survey and for your comments.  Many of our client friends took the time to respond to this survey which we are very grateful for. The results were exceptional.   What…

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AFA National Conference 2016 – Canberra

October 18, 2016ChrysalisLatest News

Phil attends the annual National gathering of financial advisors in Canberra. Meetings were held with politicians, clients and product manufacturers.We were briefed on the Government’s planned legislation changes for Australians regarding superannuation and life insurance. Studies have also been undertaken of advice businesses in other countries to learn how best to provide services to our…

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AFA National Conference 2016 – Canberra

October 5, 2016ChrysalisChrysalis News

Phil attends the annual National gathering of financial advisors in Canberra. Meetings were held with politicians, clients and product manufacturers. We were briefed on the Government’s planned legislation changes for Australians regarding superannuation and life insurance. Studies have also been undertaken of advice businesses in other countries to learn how best to provide services to…

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Advisers the key to retirement stability, research shows

September 20, 2016ChrysalisLatest News

A new study has found that while a majority of Australians feel unprepared for retirement ….. ….. those who engage a financial planner are three times more likely to feel confident about their retirement nest egg.     The Australia Today white paper, released today by MLC in partnership with research firm IPSOS, explored the…

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A savings mirage?

September 17, 2016ChrysalisLatest News

Among the pitfalls of saving and investing for retirement is to mislead ourselves about the true state of our finances.   An almost textbook example can involve the self-employed. Most of us must have heard small business owners from time to time say things like: “My business is my super”. Their intention is, of course, to…

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Michael Clarke desperate to meet Chrysalis Team!​

September 1, 2016ChrysalisChrysalis News

Mike & Phil attended a Commsec seminar in August to get an economic briefing from Craig James -Commsec Chief Economist and to hear about striving for excellence from Michael Clarke – Former Australian Cricket Captain and Legend!

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Jo Wihongi has Baby Girl

August 29, 2016ChrysalisChrysalis News

Congratulations to Jo, Pete and Ariki on the safe arrival of Baby Eve. Born 5 weeks early on 24th July 2016 at 1:57am and weighing 2.660 Kgs, both Mum and Bub are doing well!

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The World’s Best Kept Secret …..

August 24, 2016ChrysalisChrysalis News, Latest News

 

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Q&A with Phil Windsor from Chrysalis

August 20, 2016ChrysalisChrysalis News, Latest News
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Strong economic data stablises markets

August 17, 2016ChrysalisLatest News

Growing consumer confidence and easing political tensions have seen a rebound in markets, according to AMP Capital chief economist Shane Oliver.   While there are still some “near-term uncertainties

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The three biggest economic issues likely to affect markets in 2016 – Brexit, US interest rates & China

August 17, 2016ChrysalisLatest News

Now we’ve reached the middle of the year, it’s a good time to take stock of the global economy and financial markets. We seem to have recovered from the significant volatility and depressed sentiment we saw earlier this year. But despite this improvement, we would advise investors to remain vigilant because there are still potential…

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The Australian shares that many investors are missing out on

August 1, 2016ChrysalisLatest News

ANTHONY KEANE, News Corp Australia Network July 30, 2016 A REBOUND on the sharemarket has delivered Australians strong investment gains, but many mum-and-dad investors are missing out on much of the windfall. Shares have shrugged off the worries of last month’s Brexit vote, and a News Corp Australia analysis found that more than half of…

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Janet’s 10 Year Anniversary @ Chrysalis

July 31, 2016ChrysalisChrysalis News

Janet completes 10 years of service looking after client requests and keeping the team entertained. Thanks for your wonderful contribution Janet.  We hope you have another 10 in you!!         

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SMSFs warned on looming property ‘tough times’

July 11, 2016ChrysalisLatest News

One independent Australian research house has cautioned SMSF investors on the “tough times ahead

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Chrysalis Client Chrissy Party 2015

December 22, 2015ChrysalisChrysalis News
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Staff Christmas Challenge & Dinner 2015

December 12, 2015ChrysalisChrysalis News

The staff chose to climb the Harbour Bridge for this year’s team challenge.  What a beautiful vista we have on Sydney Harbour

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Wealthtrac Advisor Awards 2015

December 6, 2015ChrysalisChrysalis News

Phil wins yet another Advisor of the Year Award for 2015 at the annual awards function

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Federal Budget 2015

May 17, 2015ChrysalisLatest News

Chris Caton, Chief Economist at BT with the release of the 2015 Budget  

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AIOFP Offshore Conference in Shanghai, China 2015

May 15, 2015ChrysalisChrysalis News

Phil attends a conference for Independently Owned Financial Advice practices with AAP in Shanghai China where he met Chinese business people keen to partner with Australian business and heard from Fund Managers on the ground about the Chinese growth story.  

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Ausbil Roadshow

April 18, 2015ChrysalisChrysalis News

  Phil attends an Ausbil Roadshow to stay informed on developments in Australia’s Economy and the Results of Ausbil’s funds

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