From conversation to collaboration: How your relationship with a financial planner evolves

6 November

Financial planning is more than numbers, spreadsheets, and investment returns — it’s about people. It begins with a conversation about your goals, dreams, and challenges, and often grows into one of the most trusted partnerships in your...[Read More]

Volatility and the value of time in the market

30 October

Market volatility is a normal — and often uncomfortable — part of investing. Share prices rise and fall in response to economic data, company earnings, geopolitical events, and investor sentiment.  When markets swing sharply, it can tempt even...[Read More]

The rule of seven: An investor’s compass

16 October

James sat at his kitchen table, laptop open, staring at a chart of a stock he’d been watching for weeks. Every article, every podcast, every conversation with friends about investing seemed to echo the same phrase: “Time in the market beats...[Read More]

Navigating a career change with confidence

9 October

Changing careers is a significant life decision, one that can bring excitement, new opportunities, and challenges.  Whether you’re pursuing a long-held passion, seeking better work-life balance, or adapting to new life circumstances, the...[Read More]

What to talk to kids about when starting a new job

9 October

Getting your first job is an exciting and stressful time. Kids don’t always know what to do or how to act. Giving them some advice can help them get off to a good start.  Explain that they’ve already gotten through the hard part. They made it...[Read More]

Half of Australians anxious about retirement savings

25 September

Half of all Australians don’t feel particularly confident about their retirement finances and almost as many don’t have a post-work financial plan, three new reports show. Just 50 per cent of 2000 Australians surveyed in July said they felt...[Read More]

8 Ways to invest using an SMSF

11 September

A Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF) offers individuals greater control over their retirement savings, allowing them to choose a variety of investment options.  To maximise long-term returns and financial security, it is essential to understand the...[Read More]

Investor profiles: the key to smarter financial decisions

11 September

When it comes to investing, one size does not fit all. Every investor has unique goals, financial circumstances, and risk tolerances. This is where investor profiles come in.  An investor profile is a structured assessment of a person’s financial...[Read More]

3 Helpful tips to grow your superannuation

21 August

Retirement is a period most people eagerly anticipate. It’s that wonderful stage of life when you can finally unwind and spend your time as you please. You can even spend retirement focusing on the businesses you’ve been planning and have put...[Read More]

Top 5 dos and don’ts when seeking advice from a financial services professional

24 July

Seeking guidance from a financial services professional can be one of the smartest moves you make.  Whether you’re saving for retirement, protecting your assets, or navigating complex tax matters. However, the value you gain depends on how you...[Read More]

Big bank’s tax vision bucks business lobby, coalition

17 July

Superannuation concession limits and a wealth tax could unlock national economic productivity, Australia’s largest bank says, but others call them a “war on aspiration”. Many have been some surprised and some incensed by the Commonwealth...[Read More]

Making the most of your FIFO years: 10 tips for money and life

10 July

Working Fly-In Fly-Out (FIFO) can be a golden opportunity to fast-track your financial future and build a life with purpose—if managed wisely. Whether you’re doing it for a few years to get ahead or making a long-term career out of it, the...[Read More]

EOFY super and tax strategies: is it too late? What you can still do — and how to get ahead for next year

5 June

As June 30 approaches, many Australians wonder: Have I left it too late to make a difference to my super and tax position this financial year? The good news is, it’s not too late. With some focused action in the final month and a proactive start...[Read More]

Fears super tax rise for rich will whack housing market

29 May

A bid to increase taxes on wealthy Australians’ superannuation has been paved with good intentions, but there are warnings it may create unfair outcomes. The federal government is hoping to pass a bill to impose a 15 per cent tax on super balances...[Read More]

Make the most of EOFY: super strategies to discuss with your financial adviser

15 May

As the end of the financial year (EOFY) approaches, it’s a timely reminder to check in on your financial health and take advantage of opportunities to strengthen your retirement savings.  Whether you’re looking to grow your superannuation,...[Read More]