Articles

While we specialise in financial advice, wealth management and retirement planning, we’re also here to be part of the conversation. From industry news to expert insights, practical perspectives and client updates, explore the latest articles from our team.

15 June, 2022

Do you have an emergency fund?

If we’ve learned anything from the last few years, it’s that we really can’t predict the future. It doesn’t have to be a global pandemic; perhaps you unexpectedly lose your job, or you fall sick and are unable to earn your regular wage. This is when an emergency fund becomes incredibly valuable.

13 June, 2022

How to salary sacrifice into super

Do you know how to salary sacrifice into super? It is a popular way to make concessional (before-tax) contributions to your superannuation. As the name suggests, you forgo some of your regular income so that you can boost your retirement funds.

31 May, 2022

Why DIY investing tends to fail

Since the global financial crisis in 2008, there has been a gradual upward trend of DIY investing. The era of DIY and social trading is well and truly here but unfortunately it can actually mean people lose a significant amount of money. We look at some of the main reasons why DIY investing tends to fail.

20 May, 2022

Millennials and money

Can you believe that millennials have started turning forty? This generation, born from 1981 to 1996, now make up almost half of Australia’s workforce, and numerous research studies have looked at how they approach their finances.

11 May, 2022

Setting financial goals before retirement

Financial goals often focus specifically on retirement… making sure you have enough superannuation to support your ideal lifestyle. And while this is undoubtedly incredibly important, it doesn’t need to be your only target.

28 April, 2022

The true value of grandparents

Grandparents hold a vital role within the family dynamic. If you are a Pop or a Nanna who enjoys a loving bond with your grandchild, you already know how special that is… but today we want to highlight the true value of grandparents.

19 April, 2022

How a personal financial adviser can make a difference in your life

From managing investments, superannuation and retirement planning, to saving for a home, covering education costs or medical expenses… keeping on top of your finances can seem pretty overwhelming. A personal financial adviser can make a difference in your life and help you make the most of what you have.

1 April, 2022

The problems with buy now, pay later

Buy now, pay later (BNPL) is everywhere! You can purchase almost anything using one of the numerous service providers… from clothing to car parts, holidays to home entertainment products… you can even pay for a trip to the dentist this way.

29 March, 2022

How to boost your finances post COVID

The last two years have been tough for millions of Australians. But now that we are starting to find our way out of the dramatic lockdowns and life is somewhat returning to normal, what can you do to boost your finances?

21 March, 2022

LGBTQI+ couples and their financial rights

On 9 December 2017, the Government amended the Marriage Act 1961 and legalised same-sex marriage. But when it comes to LGBTQI+ couples and their financial rights, there can still be some confusion.