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.
What would you do with a little extra space in your monthly budget? You could save for the dream car, but why not make this surplus work harder for your long-term financial well-being by investing it in your mortgage or super? And, which of those options is best?
Do you need help understanding family trusts? We assist clients in structuring their finances for tax efficiency and for achieving their long-term objectives, such as retirement goals or creating a financial legacy for their families. Here’s what you need to know.
Over the next two decades, an astounding $3.5 trillion is expected to be inherited. Will you be prepared for this wealth transfer? Both beneficiaries and benefactors will need to employ strategic planning to minimise tax implications and other potential problems.
If you are fortunate enough to have sufficient funds to settle your mortgage, you might instinctively opt for immediate repayment. However, it’s prudent to consider all your financial options. There are actually two good reasons not to pay off your home loan first.
Consistency is key when building healthy money habits for couples and forging a strong financial future together. At First Financial, we empower individuals and couples to retire on their terms. Here are some of our top tips.
What financial advice would you share with your 21-year-old self? As we age, we tend to get savvier about money matters. Sadly, revisiting the past is off the table, but we can pass on our financial wisdom to anyone on the brink of starting their first full-time job.
In retirement, will you savour life’s opportunities, travel and cherish moments with loved ones without regrets? Or will you meticulously safeguard every dollar for enduring financial security? It all boils down to the psychology of money.
Retirement is a highly personal milestone, and everyone envisions it differently. Regardless of your plans, the key question is… when? If you’re considering retiring before 67, you might be curious about the secrets to early retirement.
As retirees visit grown children and empty-nesters welcome back larger families this holiday season, let’s reflect on family values. For those still with little ones or grandchildren, here are some of the secrets to raising financially responsible children.
It’s important to remember that the most meaningful gift you can give yourself and your family can’t be wrapped in a box. The gift of financial security is something to savour not only today but throughout the holidays and every day for the rest of your life.
