Retirement planning

14 February, 2024

Healthy money habits for couples

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.

1 February, 2024

Financial wisdom and starting your first full-time job

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.

22 January, 2024

Understanding the emotional side of finances in retirement and the psychology of money

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.

15 January, 2024

What are the secrets to early retirement?

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.

8 December, 2023

Making contributions to your spouse’s superannuation as you build wealth together

Marriage is a lot like a rollercoaster – fun and rewarding but also full of twists and the occasional head-scratching moment. If you’re building wealth together on this ride, you might be wondering about making contributions to your spouse’s superannuation.

14 November, 2023

Roadmap to retirement: small business owners edition

Retirement – for small business owners, it’s the grand finale of your entrepreneurial journey. When orchestrated with financial finesse, your future self will surely offer a standing ovation. Here’s our guide to retirement planning for small business owners.

31 October, 2023

Financial data security in a tech-driven world

Unfortunately, in today’s tech-driven world, cyberattacks have become a common occurrence. News stories about data breaches at big brands have majorly distressed their clients. That’s why financial data security has never been more important.

31 October, 2023

Travel insurance for seniors is your passport to peace of mind

Close your eyes and picture your retirement dreams: from gondolas in Venice to Bali’s waves and beautiful Viennese symphonies. If travel is in your vision, let’s discuss why it’s so crucial to protect your adventures with travel insurance for seniors.

5 October, 2023

Age pension questions answered

In honour of International Day of Older Persons, we provide some answers to frequently asked age pension questions. It’s a good time to start meaningful conversations regarding financial wellbeing for our elderly and those planning retirement in the near future.

29 September, 2023

Building a joint financial future – superannuation strategies for couples

Picture this: you and your partner, hand in hand, stepping into a future filled with financial freedom and shared dreams. And when it comes to those aspirations, superannuation strategies for couples play a pivotal role.