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Consultum Connect – Summer 2025 Newsletter
Summer 2025 Edition of Consultum Connect - Newsletter In this edition we delve into a range of topical articles covering; The $1.2 trillion migration Prioritising positivity for wellbeing How the next generation of new and improved annuities are transforming life in retirement Simple steps to help...

U.S. Election Outcome: Trump Administration’s Potential Market Impact
What Happened? As the dust settles on the recent U.S. election, we are starting to see early market reactions to the re- election of Donald Trump as President. This outcome marks a potential shift in U.S. economic policies, which in turn could have implications for global markets, including...

Explainer: how construction loans work
There’s something very special about moving into a newly built home or putting the finishing touches on a major renovation. Maybe it’s the look and feel of new paint and fresh flooring, or just knowing you’ve kicked a worthwhile goal. Whatever the motivation, plenty of Aussies are rolling up their...

Why offset accounts are hitting new highs
Spare cash can be tight right now (cost of living crunch, anyone?). But if you’ve still got some savings plus a home loan, there’s a way you could make your surplus funds work harder. Ever heard of an offset account? They’re becoming an increasingly popular add-on feature to home loans, with new...

How long does it really take to get a home loan?
Need a home loan in a hurry? You could be in luck. Plenty of lenders are keen to crunch loan approval times at present – but there’s a lot borrowers can do to potentially speed up the process, too. Finding a home to buy can take time, and when the right place comes along it can feel as though you...