Family matters: Getting married

Family matters: Getting married Getting married is an exciting time in life but it can also be a time of significant financial change. Common questions to consider Some questions you may wish to consider include: How do we set a budget for our dream wedding? What are the joint financial decisions we should be thinking about now we are getting married? Do we need a Will when we are married? What types of insurance do …

Business solutions

Business solutions Businesses don’t plan to fail; they fail to plan.   Becoming your own boss is an exciting journey, but it pays to plan ahead to make sure it’s a success. We can help you get there. Common questions to consider What do I need to think about when starting a new business? What is a small business financial plan? Where should I go to seek advice? Should I insure my business? What are …

How can we help take control of your Super choice

How can we help take control of your Super choice Many Australians are now free to choose their own superannuation funds instead of automatically becoming members of their employer fund. This is known as super choice, or choice of fund. But what does it really mean for you and what difference does it make?   Common questions to consider Some questions you may wish to consider include: What is a choice of fund? Am I …

How can we help? Take control of your super

How can we help?  Take control of your super Getting your super sorted How can we help?  Take control of your super. Retirement may seem like a long way off, but putting money into super now is still a tax effective way to invest your money. That’s because some types of contributions you make and the investment earnings on those contributions, are taxed at concessional rates. Not only is super a tax effective way of …

Planning your future: What to expect

  Planning your future: What to expect Having the chance to take a step back for a moment and look at things from a fresh perspective can be a great advantage, especially when it comes to planning your financial future. Our 7 step process What information will you need prior to meeting us? What will you receive? Our 7 step process When you meet with our financial planners we will take you through a 7 …

Planning your future: Why you need a financial adviser

 Having the chance to take a step back for a moment and look at things from a fresh perspective can be a great advantage, especially when it comes to planning your financial future. When it comes to managing your finances; knowing when, where and what to do can be quite daunting and complex. Effectively managing your finances requires a sound knowledge of various strategies available and the latest regulations and this is where a financial …

Already retired

Already retired Have you reached your retirement age yet you feel you’re not yet ready to give up work altogether? If you’re eligible for the Age Pension, the government offers incentives for working people to defer claiming it. On the other hand, if you’ve independently funded your retirement, you may benefit from keeping track of, or restructuring, your finances so you can maximise any government entitlement.     Some questions you may wish to consider …

Retiring within the next 5 – 10 years

  Retiring within the next 5 – 10 years The combined effect of earlier retirement and living longer means that many Australians will spend more than a quarter of their life in retirement. While this sounds like good news, it does emphasise the importance of planning carefully – and well in advance – for your retirement. Some questions you may wish to consider include:• How much do I need to retire on? When can I …

What Can You Do When Your Partner Refuses to Save Money?

What Can You Do When Your Partner Refuses to Save Money? Are you the responsible one in the family? Do you wish your significant other was just like you when it came to saving money? Unfortunately, you cannot have everything in life that you wished for. If your partner is bad with money and you are tired of telling him or her to straighten out their act, it’s time that you take the matter into …

3 Signs You Need Help of A Professional in Managing Your Money!

  3 Signs You Need Help of A Professional in Managing Your Money! Do you feel that your life is going smoothly without any troubles? Do you feel that you do not need to make New Year’s resolution anymore? Do you feel that your life will remain the same forever? If the above thoughts run through your mind, then you need to think again. You should never be complacent about your present financial position. Unexpected …