First Financial Blog

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Have you thought long and hard about your superannuation? In the first instalment of this two part series, we discuss everything you need to know about superannuation in your 20s, 30s and 40s.

Elder financial abuse is the misuse of money or assets of an older person, usually by a family member or friend. It is a complex, and often hidden, form of abuse. Do you know how to recognise this abuse cycle and where to seek help? Learn how to recognise the signs.

Your ‘retirement gap’ is the difference between the income you’ll need to live a happy and fulfilling life in retirement and the money you’ll receive from your retirement income. Ask us about closing your retirement gap.

An intergenerational wealth transfer can be a life-changing opportunity but also bring challenges and complexities to your financial and personal life you may not be prepared for.

Do I need a financial adviser? There’s an easy test to find out the answer. How much is left over in your piggy bank after you’ve paid your bills each week? If there’s money to spare, you could benefit from financial advice.

Perhaps one of the biggest decisions you’ll have to make about your SMSF is how many members it will have, and in most states and territories you can now have six.

First Financial Principal James Wrigley has been recognised as one of the top financial advisers in Australia and nominated in the Financial Standard Power50 – recognising the 50 most influential financial advisers in the country.

Even before that bundle of joy enters the world, your responsibilities as a parent begin to mount. We have some budgeting tips for parents who want to make the most of their dollars and set their family up for financial success.

Thinking of helping a loved one out to secure a housing loan? There are a few things you need to be aware of before you sign on the dotted line to go guarantor on a loan.

Understanding inflation is crucial to successful investing and many investors are concerned about inflation because it is a well-known fact that inflation affects all aspects of the economy. We investigate investing and inflation and everything you need to know.