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.

23 November, 2022

Managing sudden wealth

Picture this… you get the call you’ve been waiting for your whole life… the one where your numbers have come up and you take home that lottery win you’ve been dreaming of and you find yourself managing sudden wealth.

16 November, 2022

Superannuation through generations – 50s, 60s and 70s

This is the second article in a two-part series about superannuation through generations, covering how to tackle superannuation in your 50s, 60s and 70s.

16 November, 2022

Financial planning for life events

Life can throw us curveballs of the unexpected, but there are also many life events that we can anticipate and plan for. Here, we discuss financial planning for various life events.

1 November, 2022

How to protect yourself from scams

According to ScamWatch, there have been more than 160,000 financial scams reported to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission this year alone – with a whopping $425 million lost to scams.

19 October, 2022

Superannuation through generations
– 20s, 30s, 40s

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.

17 October, 2022

What is elder financial abuse?

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.

27 September, 2022

Closing the retirement gap

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.

27 September, 2022

Intergenerational wealth transfer

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.

13 September, 2022

Do I need a financial adviser?

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.

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