Financial Planning

Stay across the latest trends and insights to help you navigate your financial future & grow your wealth. 


December 10, 2019

Time to take the property plunge? Things to think about before buying an investment property

For decades real estate not only delivered security and comfort for Australian families – but also a cast-iron vehicle for wealth building. It was seemingly immune […]
December 4, 2019

Getting ready for retirement: How to get your finances in order

As retirement comes into view, it’s time to imagine a new you for the post-work age. You remember your first day at school, your first job, […]
November 26, 2019

Stay one step ahead of online scams

Just as the internet continues to surprise us every day, so too does the sophistication of online scams. It’s good to stay in the know with […]
November 19, 2019

Discussing money – How to have an honest discussion about finances

It’s a funny thing, money. On the one hand it can get us excited or give us a real sense of achievement (think reaching a savings […]
November 18, 2019

Superannuation Death Benefit Limitations

As an SMSF trustee, you need to take special care when paying death benefits as you are responsible to ensure that the payment rules are met. […]
November 12, 2019

Five global factors that may impact your investment portfolio

When running a self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF), it’s important for you to be aware of some of the key economic, environmental and global factors that may […]
November 5, 2019

Purchasing an investment property – How to get it ‘rent-ready’

When you’re looking at properties it’s hard not to pick features you love. A great view. Beautiful leafy garden and pool. Moments from the beach. But […]
October 29, 2019

Where could responsible investing take you?

Estimates of the size of the sustainable investment market vary from around $23 trillion to almost $31 trillion. Responsible investing takes into account environmental, social and […]
October 21, 2019

How to budget for a baby

Starting a family is an exciting milestone – but many people find their excitement is mingled with anxiety about the costs associated. Budgeting for a baby […]
October 14, 2019

What are the best investments for your retirement?

In the simplest terms, investing your money means buying an asset with the expectation of earning returns from ownership of that asset. So, what are the […]
October 7, 2019

The impact of falling house prices

Housing is the most important asset owned by the majority of Australian households, according to the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA). So what is the impact […]
October 2, 2019

Should I borrow to invest in shares?

Borrowing, or gearing, can help you accelerate your wealth creation. It can allow you to buy assets such as an investment property, or shares that you […]
December 19, 2019

The search for dividend yield in a low-growth environment

Investors have faced a low-growth environment with low dividend yield for some time now – and this does not appear to be changing anytime soon. Global […]