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🚗 A Couple Of Things Worth Knowing This Week

If you're keeping an eye on the household budget, there are two developments worth noting.

⛽ Fuel prices may soon increase. The temporary discount on fuel excise ends this weekend, so expect prices at the bowser to gradually rise over the coming weeks.

🏡 Home buyers are becoming more cautious. Two of Australia's major banks have reported a noticeable decline in mortgage applications, suggesting many borrowers are taking a more measured approach before committing to a property purchase.

Neither of these developments is a reason to panic.

However, they are a timely reminder to review your household budget, cash flow and longer-term financial plans.

If you'd like to discuss what these changes could mean for your own circumstances, our team is always happy to help.

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General information only. This information does not take into account your personal objectives, financial situation or needs. Before acting on it, consider whether it is appropriate for your circumstances and seek professional financial advice.

Hudson Financial Partners Hudson Financial Partner provides expert wealth, tax, and retirement advice with personalised strategies for financial success.

Many people know Hudson for financial planning.
Fewer realise we can also help with:

✔️ Financial Planning & Retirement Advice
✔️ Investment Management
✔️ Superannuation & SMSFs
✔️ Tax Planning & Accounting
✔️ Home Loans & Investment Lending
✔️ Estate Planning
✔️ Wealth Protection & Insurance
✔️ UK Pension Transfers
✔️ Business Succession Planning
✔️ Cash Flow & Wealth Creation
✔️ High-Net-Worth Family Advice

Through our team and trusted specialists, we provide integrated advice designed to help you make confident financial decisions at every stage of life.

If you're not sure whether we can help with your situation, we'd love to have a conversation.

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Most people don't delay financial planning because they don't care.

They delay because they don't know where to start.

Should I:
• Pay off my mortgage?
• Invest?
• Contribute more to super?
• Buy an investment property?
• Help my children financially?
• Retire sooner?

The earlier you get clarity, the more options you usually have.

If you've been thinking about getting advice but haven't taken the first step, this week might be the right time.

📞 1800 804 296

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General information only. Financial advice should be tailored to your personal circumstances.

📈 Your Week in Markets – Week Ending 17 July 2026

Technology shares had their toughest week in over a year.

Oil prices remained under pressure.

Investors continued moving towards income-producing investments.

But here's the key takeaway…

The broader market remained remarkably resilient.

A well-diversified portfolio is designed for weeks like this.

This week's update also covers:
✔️ What the AI sell-off really means
✔️ Why investors are rotating into income
✔️ Oil prices and inflation
✔️ Important tax changes for Australians planning to work overseas
✔️ What to watch next

📄 Read the full market update here:
🔗https://hudsonfinancialplanning.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Hudson_Client_Market_Update_Week_Ending_17_July_2026.pdf

If you'd like to discuss what these events mean for your own investments, we'd be happy to help.

📞 1800 804 296

📈 Australia Market Update June 2026

Markets never stand still, and neither should your financial strategy.

This month's update covers:
✔ Interest rates and inflation
✔ Australian and global share markets
✔ Superannuation and SMSF developments
✔ Property and mortgage trends
✔ AI, technology and investment opportunities

Our goal is simple - cut through the headlines and explain what really matters for Australian investors.

Read the full update here:

https://hudsonfinancialplanning.com.au/resources/education-reports/australia-market-update-june-2026/

Australian Market Update: What Happened This Week and What It Means for Your Money Stay informed with the latest Australia market update June 2026. Discover key trends, expert insights, and opportunities for investors.

Could SMSF property loans be banned in 2026?

Recent discussions around Limited Recourse Borrowing Arrangements (LRBAs) have raised questions about the future of borrowing through Self-Managed Super Funds.

If you're considering buying property through your SMSF, or already have an SMSF property strategy in place, it's important to understand what these potential changes could mean.

Read our latest article:

https://hudsonfinancialplanning.com.au/resources/education-reports/smsf-property-loan-ban-2026/

SMSF Property Loan Ban 2026 What the Deadline Means for You Explore the implications of the SMSF property loan ban 2026 and what it means for investors in Australia and their future strategies.