With stock market euphoria at an all-time high and record low-interest rates, a South Australian business group has launched an alternative investment seminar to shield investors from what’s predicted to be a bumpy 12 months or more.
The CitiGroup Panic and Euphoria Index (see graph below) highlights a “huge red flag for investors”, says seminar organiser Keith Gustavsson, managing director of small business support group Business House Australia,
“There’s a strong link between poor bank returns and the continued euphoria in markets which appears completely divorced from economic reality – investors are chasing high-risk options to average out a better result,” Mr Gustavsson says.
“The seminar is completely focused on information and education about alternative investments options that provide a unique combination of security and above-average returns – it’s not a sales vehicle, but we want people to understand the troubled times we are living through will have consequences.”
“Awesome Investments for Troubled Times”, to be held at Adelaide Convention Centre on 27 February, features expert analysis of opportunities that investors may not have heard of or seriously considered.
Eight investment experts will discuss local and overseas residential property, residential development projects, pooled investment funds, precious metals, pink diamonds, exchange-traded funds and international hedge funds. In addition, a finance broker and tax accountant will provide updates and guidance on current borrowing and tax implications.
“With the recent crash in Reserve Bank cash rates from 0.25% to 0.10%, our seminar offers a unique chance to update your thinking on the investment landscape,” Mr Gustavsson says. “It’s ideal for SMSF trustees, investment fund managers, or anyone seeking an improved return on their savings.”
Source: Haver Analytics, Pinnacle Data, and Citi Research – U.S. Equity Strategy
Topic: How to maximise your returns investing in a hedge fund.
– Founder and Chief Investment Officer, Laurence Holdings Group Limited
Topic: How to positively gear yourself in the UK Property Market
Established by Alex in 2018, Pachira Property provides investors with a complete ‘turn-key’ investment solution that delivers high, fixed rate returns to investors. As a UK property investment company, Pachira Property regenerates and repurposes existing properties across the UK to create quality, affordable housing to those that need it whilst allowing investors to benefit from the great returns the UK property market can provide.
After investing in property personally for a number of years and following a move to Adelaide from the UK in 2018, Alex was keen to create a way for investors of all experience levels and risk appetites to enjoy the benefits available from the UK property market. So, Pachira Property was born. Following a degree in Business & Marketing, Alex spent several years leading a marketing team within a finance company followed by ten years in the security and risk management sector but, throughout, the property has always been his passion.
With established teams across the UK, Pachira Property are able to identify the best investment opportunities in areas across the country. As a true market expert, Alex will explain why the UK is consistently ranked one of the best property investment countries in the world and how you too could benefit.
– Managing Director, Pachira Property Limited
Topic: Selecting & managing your investment property
Suzanna’s has deep roots in real estate and her passion got the better of her when moving into Real Estate professionally ten years ago. Within two years of entering the industry, Suzanna became the State Manager of the South Australian branch of Empire Property Investors and led a team of property consultants, helping clients to get started in property investment. She then joined Refined Real Estate and won the “New Talent Award” within the first 6 months, and the “Highest Number of Sales Award” within eighteen months in 2014.
She started her own Boutique company Meier Paul Real Estate in 2014 specialising in residential sales and property management and continues to offer her clients best customer service experience beyond expectations.
She has managed the marketing and sales of various properties/projects from multi-million dollar projects/homes to small units. She is highly skilled in delivering a reliable and transparent service to her clients backed by passion and excellent customer service. Suzanna has helped buyers in finding a suitable property and advised hundreds of vendors and developers in presenting or designing their home to suit the property market.
In 2020 Meier Paul Real Estate was an award finalist in the Real Estate Business Awards for
boutique independent of the year for three or less offices. The award showcases the industry’s most prestigious accolades recognising excellence amongst Australia’s leading real estate professionals and industry.
Suzanna is therefore highly credentialed to present the do’s and dont’s of real estate investment.
– Principal, Meier Paul Real Estate
Topic: Property Development using SMSF funding for high returns
Anthea Greig of Urban Infill Group started making money from property in 2007 with a corner block subdivision and renovation of the existing house. From there she has proceeded to developed multiple sites, sold house and land packages, built and renovated properties, and contracted and assigned properties for profit. Over the last 13 years Anthea has co-ordinated 25 projects resulting in over 100 New homes, renovated homes or new land allotments, both in joint ventures and solo.
Anthea teaches land division and small scale developments at WEA, and also co-ordinates
property meetings bringing together speakers on all topics relating to property and providing valuation information and education for attendees who invest in property in various ways.
In 2019 Anthea was awarded the Master Builders Association HiViz Women Building SA –
Women in Construction Award for her achievements and contribution to the industry.
In addition she is a self employed mortgage broker with a credit licence so understands
how the financing of developments is a vital part of leveraging.
– Founder, Urban Infill Group
Topic: Investing in pooled management funds
Link Capital is a South Australia based private investor group that has a portfolio of first mortgages over real property. Its investment objective is to provide investors with consistent and regular income returns as well as capital stability. Max has worked in the banking and finance industry for forty three years, including twenty four years where he rose to the position of Commercial lending manager for Westpac.
– General Manager, Link Capital Holdings Pty Ltd
Topic: Pink Diamonds – Historical performance & impact on values on the closure of the Argyle Mine
Pink Diamond Capital is a South Australian diamond investment firm that helps investors acquire rare Australian mined Argyle Pink Diamonds as a high capital growth asset for their portfolio. They provide clients with an end-to-end bespoke investment service; from acquisition, to secure logistics, independent valuations, storage & insurance solutions, and selling when the time comes.
They are experienced in helping clients achieve their unique investment strategy goals. All Argyle Pink Diamonds are personally selected by their in-house GAA certified diamond specialist customised to each client’s investment strategy.
Company Founder Eric Kariuki is an Australian citizen who was born and raised in Kenya. He migrated to Australia in 2006 as an international student.
He completed a Bachelor of Applied Science degree at the University of South Australia and later completed an Advanced Practical Diamond Grading qualification with the Gemmological Association of Australia, certifying him as a Diamond Specialist.
Eric is passionate about helping others get what they want in life and founded Pink Diamond Capital to help clients secure their wealth through a high capital growth asset that can be enjoyed now and passed on to the next generation.
He understands the value of building a legacy for loved ones and is honoured to be part of his clients journeys.
Eric is focused on making a difference for people to grow their wealth which then allows him to make a difference in the community – specifically in the lives of vulnerable children. Eric met his wife Katie in Australia and together have two biological children, and are foster parents to
three children.
– Director & Principal Diamond Specialist, Pink Diamond Capital
Topic: Gold & Silver – One for the History Books
As Good As Gold Australia launched mid 2013 trading in precious metals and bullion, initially, with a few close friends but quickly developed momentum with strong referral activity, into an energetic, robust, business operation.
The co-founders, two brothers, that had taken a two year break after having had a very successful 30 year stint in engineering and international marketing, were up and running, following their passion – Gold and Silver. This was a new and exciting business, yet it was not a new interest. Both brothers had been seriously committed silver investors since 1997, and had invested countless hours researching and investigating how the western world had got itself into a deplorable position of debt, based on a policy of deficit spending.
It was clear, that for the world to heal itself, it would have to restore its faith in world currencies by backing them with gold, as it had done for over 3000 years. They determined that silver was a far better option than any other precious metal because it was in incredibly high demand and yet so undervalued. The partners at As Good As Gold Australia believe that we all need to engage in continually upgrading our monetary knowledge, as we attempt to educate our fellow man into understanding the global financial process that law makers investigate to control our standard of living and the quality of our very existence.
The growth since the inception of As Good As Gold Australia had been both exceptional and yet humbling. From a starting point of marketing just the one silver coin, the Canadian Maple Leaf, As Good As Gold Australia now provides clients with an opportunity to source gold and silver from many countries around the world.
– Founder and Managing Director, As Good As Gold Australia
Topic: Australian Share Market & Exchange Traded Funds
Ord Minnett is a leading private wealth management group that provides advice and tailored investment solutions. Ords has more than $35 Billion in Funds Under Advice, managed by a team of experienced investment professionals focused on providing our clients with insights and guidance to build their assets. Focused on service excellence, Ord Minnett is a highly respected name in the Australian investment landscape.
– Senior Private Client Advisor, Ord Minnett
Topic: Financing your Investment
If you are seeking finance for your investment Matt is well versed as a broker in what the local banks will and won’t consider, which banks are open for business and which banks will make you work really hard for an approval.
– Director-Finance Consultant, Centrone Finance
Topic: Tax Considerations – Choosing the right structure
Peter started his accounting career in 1979 working with firms on Greenhill & Fullarton Roads in Adelaide. It was during the next 12 years that he learnt his trade being the preparation of all types of Income Tax Returns. In 1991 Peter commenced his own business and offers tax and accounting solutions that address business and individual circumstances. Peter will give his views on the various investment strategies presented today, and how differing strategies should be considered depending on the circumstances.
– Founder, Equity Flare Accountants
Start Time | End Time | Particulars | Topic |
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8.00 am | 8.30 am | Registration | |
8.30 am | 9.15 am | Speaker - Laurence Yang | How to maximise your returns investing in a hedge fund |
9.15 am | 10.00 am | Speaker - Alex Smith | How to positively gear yourself in the UK property market |
10.00 am | 10.15 am | Coffee Break | |
10.15 am | 11.00 am | Speaker - Suzanna Paul | Selecting & Managing Investment Property |
11.00 am | 11.45 am | Speaker - Anthea Grieg | Residential Property Development using SMSF funding for higher returns |
11.45 am | 12.30 pm | Speaker - Max Bratten | Investing in pool management funds |
12.30 pm | 1.30 pm | Lunch | |
1.30 pm | 2.15 pm | Speaker - Eric Kariuki | Pink Diamonds - Historical Performance & impact on values of Argyle Mine Closure |
2.15 pm | 3.00 pm | Speaker - Darryl Panes | Gold & Silver - one for the history books |
3.00 pm | 3.45 pm | Speaker - Andrej Wojciechowski | Australian Share Market & Exchange Trade Funds |
3.45 pm | 4.00 pm | Coffee Break | |
4.00 pm | 4.45 pm | Speaker - Matt Centrone | Financing your investment |
4.45 pm | 5.30 pm | Speaker - Peter Reimann | Tax Considerations - choosing the right structure |
5.30 pm | 6.30 pm | Close and Networking |