First Financial Blog

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For some people, inheriting property is just a matter of acquiring bricks and mortar. For others, they inherit memories and a piece of family history. No matter which describes you best, you probably have financial questions about inheriting Mum’s or Dad’s house.

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.

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.

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.

If you’ve ever daydreamed about a life without mortgage payments, you’re not alone. Owning your home outright is an Australian dream, and if you find yourself with extra dollars, the question naturally arises: “Should I pay off my mortgage first?”

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.

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.

A quick scroll through social media now easily facilitates keeping up with the Joneses, making it hard to avoid gauging your prosperity against theirs. Nonetheless, the very act of comparing wealth with others can actually sabotage your own financial journey.

Just as a golfer has a strategy for each round, retirement requires financial readiness to embrace its possibilities. We shine the spotlight on our client Dick Kirby, who was ready and able to give back to golf for over 40 years, culminating in a well-deserved OAM award.

Preparing for retirement involves mastering the nuances of a different financial landscape. It’s not an all-or-nothing endeavour. You can ease into it with a transition to retirement (TTR) income stream.