Services

Financial advice is a holistic discipline. That’s why we offer a complete suite of tailored financial advice services that can be incorporated into your personalised strategy to help create, manage and protect your wealth. With a focus on partnership, long-term support and peace of mind, we help you make informed decisions with confidence.

CLIENT STORY

Tim and Adam

Life Stage:

Early retirement and working professional

Background:

When Tim received an overseas medical settlement, he and Adam had just 14 days left in a 90-day window. They needed clear guidance, fast. A referral led them to First Financial.

  • Only two weeks left to meet urgent legal and financial deadlines
  • Wanted to preserve capital while setting up income for the future
  • Needed a plan that supported both retirement and ongoing work
  • Hoped to find advice that felt personal, not transactional
  • Managed every moving piece, from legal documents to super rollovers
  • Designed a strategy that supported both Tim’s retirement and Adam’s career
  • Offered clear guidance with steady follow-through, with no stress or pressure
  • Built in ethical investing and flexibility, without sacrificing performance

“We’re in totally different life stages, but First Financial built a strategy that supports us both. From urgent legal steps to ethical investing, they handled every detail with calm, care, and real expertise. It’s financial freedom without compromise, and we couldn’t have done it without them.”

CLIENT STORY

Lyn

Life Stage:

Retired widow

Background:

Lyn stepped into financial management for the first time after her husband's passing. With patience and care, First Financial supported her through grief, learning, and empowerment.

  • Had never managed finances before
  • Was overwhelmed after her husband’s passing
  • Needed plain-English explanations and patience
  • Sought emotional support and practical clarity
  • Offered caring, respectful advice at her pace
  • Rebuilt confidence with diagrams, stories, and reassurance
  • Supported gradual decision-making around retirement
  • Remained a trusted constant through major transitions

“After my husband passed, I was completely unsure where to start. First Financial gave me the space to learn, to ask questions, to grow confident. They drew a diagram that I still have. And now, I sleep well at night knowing I’ve got someone in my corner.”

CLIENT STORY

Larry and Virginia

Life Stage:

Newly retired

Background:

As retirement neared, Larry and Virginia were ready to enjoy travel, family, and freedom, without uncertainty. A friend recommended First Financial, and from the first meeting, they had a clear plan, a safety net, and people they trusted.

  • Wanted to travel and enjoy retirement without second-guessing finances
  • Needed a structured income plan with buffers for the unexpected
  • Valued guidance that felt honest and human, not overcomplicated
  • Needed people they could call and count on
  • Created a reliable income stream with a set-aside safety net for the unexpected
  • Gave them the freedom to travel and spend meaningfully with family
  • Kept advice simple, thoughtful, and tailored to what mattered to them
  • Built a lasting partnership based on trust

 

 

“We’ve travelled the world, Europe, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, without once stressing about the money. They made everything feel simple and gave us the confidence to live well. We feel secure because we know exactly where we stand, and that peace of mind means everything.”

CLIENT STORY

Jan

Life Stage:

Retired

Background:

Jan's husband managed the finances until entering aged care. Jan gradually stepped into the financial picture with First Financial’s support.

  • Needed financial guidance after business sale
  • Lacked experience managing complex finances
  • Sought consistent income and long-term structure
  • Wanted a familiar, reliable relationship
  • Provided long-term support through several transitions
  • Helped structure income reliably for retirement
  • Empowered Jan through education and reassurance
  • Delivered calm advice through both grief and growth

“The money just comes in. I don’t have to think about it. And I know they’re always there. They’ve always been there in the background, just quietly making things work.”

CLIENT STORY

John

Life Stage:

Retired business owner

Background:

After decades of running a successful pharmacy, John sought financial guidance to simplify decision-making and support long-term planning.

  • Navigated the sale of a long-held business
  • Wanted simple, honest advice after burnout
  • Needed a hands-on adviser he could talk to
  • Desired financial guidance aligned with lifestyle goals
  • Crafted a strategy that supports relaxed, post-work life
  • Offered approachable, plain-English advice
  • Maintained an ongoing, trustworthy relationship
  • Provided flexibility with investments and cash flow

“I feel genuinely supported by First Financial. I can ask anything, and there’s no pressure, just clear advice and real care. The money’s growing, I’m not stressed about it, and I feel completely at ease for the first time. I don’t miss work, but I’d miss the support I get from First Financial.”

CLIENT STORY

Graeme and Craig

Life Stage:

Retired and semi-retired

Background:

Referred by friends helped through aged care, Craig sought secure financial guidance after inheriting funds.

  • Invest inheritance securely without high risk
  • Maintain a modest lifestyle with confidence
  • Building trust for someone new to advice
  • Accessible, personalised advice
  • Provided a low-risk strategy with regular income
  • Reassured with steady, market-aware updates
  • Established trust through responsiveness and warmth
  • Delivered calm, expert support through all transitions

“We feel very secure with First Financial, the income just comes in, and we know everything is being looked after. It’s not just safe, it’s smart. We’ve recommended them to others because we genuinely believe in the team.”

Meet our advisers

David Bomford

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David M Jackson

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David Jackson

Principal

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Josh Scipione

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Luke Broxton

Principal

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Nathaniel Johnston

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Ryan Sgarioto

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Shaun Albert

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I work with a financial adviser?

A financial adviser provides expert guidance to help you navigate complex decisions with clarity. They assist in setting realistic goals, developing strategies to achieve them, maximising your resources and tax efficiency, and adjusting plans as life changes. With the right support, you gain structure, confidence and a clear path forward.

Why do we tailor financial services to each client?

Because no two financial lives are the same. Your income, assets, goals, family structure and appetite for risk are unique, and so is the path to managing and growing your wealth. Tailored financial services ensure that every recommendation, from investment strategy to insurance or lending, reflects your personal circumstances and adapts as they change. That’s how advice delivers lasting value.

What services do you offer?

We offer a range of services tailored to your income, circumstances and goals, including:

* Retirement Planning
* Financial Advice
* Investment and wealth management
* Superannuation and SMSF
* Tax effective strategies
* Insurance
* Aged care
* Legal
* Lending

How do you tailor financial plans to individual needs?

We take the time to understand your personal circumstances and risk tolerance, providing tailored advice and strategies that reflect your needs, not a generic, one-size-fits-all approach.

Ready to take the first step?

You can use the form below to make a general or initial enquiry.

You can also book a 15 minute call with an adviser by clicking the blue button below.

Ready to take the first step?

You can use the form on the right to make a general or initial enquiry.

You can also book a 15 minute call with an adviser by clicking the blue button below.

Here’s what to expect:

1. Tell us about yourself

Fill in your details and briefly let us know how we can help.

2. Prompt follow-up

We’ll reach out to schedule a time that suits you.

3. Meet your adviser

Enjoy an obligation-free initial meeting to discuss your goals and explore how we can guide you toward financial confidence.

Let’s start the conversation.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Level 9, 90 Collins Street,
Melbourne, VIC, 3000

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