How to be healthy, wealthy and wise

9 July

Living your best life is not about chasing perfection. It is about making steady, thoughtful choices that support your health, strengthen your financial position and help you make wiser decisions along the way. The old saying “healthy, wealthy and...[Read More]

Seven steps to feeling financially secure

25 June

Financial security is often associated with being wealthy, owning valuable assets or having a large retirement balance. While money and assets can provide important protection, genuine financial security is also a state of mind. It is the feeling...[Read More]

Rule of seven: An investor’s compass

11 June

James sat at his kitchen table, laptop open, staring at a chart of a stock he’d been watching for weeks. Every article, every podcast, every conversation with friends about investing seemed to echo the same phrase: “Time in the market beats...[Read More]

Why a financial review is one of the most valuable meetings you’ll have each year

21 May

Life rarely stands still—and neither should your financial plan. An annual financial review with your financial planner is not just a box-ticking exercise; it’s a powerful opportunity to reset, refine, and realign your money with the life...[Read More]

Budget time is review time: why professional advice matters

14 May

The Federal Budget is more than a political announcement. For many Australians, it is an important reminder to stop, review and ask a simple question: are my financial, lifestyle and tax strategies still working in my favour?   Budget changes can...[Read More]

2026 FPD Federal Budget Update

13 May

The Australian Government handed down the 2026–27 Federal Budget on 12 May 2026. Several measures may be relevant to you depending on your income, investments, stage of life, and whether you own property or a business.   Taxation...[Read More]

Financial security: key strategies to safeguard your financial future

23 April

Financial stability doesn’t usually come by chance; it requires preparation and strategy. Most of us depend on a steady paycheck, but few consider what would happen if it disappeared suddenly.  Protecting yourself against financial disaster means...[Read More]

Riding the waves: Understanding market volatility and the importance of advice

16 April

Investment markets have always moved in cycles. Periods of growth and optimism are often followed by downturns, uncertainty, and recovery. While this rise and fall is a natural part of investing, it can still trigger anxiety and concern for many...[Read More]

Preparing your home for retirement – Start 10 years early

9 April

Retirement is often imagined as a time of freedom, comfort and enjoying the lifestyle you’ve worked hard to build. But one area that is often overlooked in retirement planning is your home. Where you live—and how well it suits your future...[Read More]

Retirement success… but at what cost?

2 April

You made it. After decades of early mornings, long days, financial discipline, and countless sacrifices, you’ve reached retirement. The mortgage is under control, the superannuation balance looks solid, and the calendar is finally your own. For...[Read More]

Staying the course: Navigating share market volatility with confidence

26 March

Market volatility is a natural and expected part of investing. At various points in time, investors will see their portfolios and superannuation balances rise and fall—sometimes sharply. While these movements can feel unsettling, particularly...[Read More]

Working Fly-In Fly-Out (FIFO) can be a golden opportunity: 10 tips for money and life

12 March

Working Fly-In Fly-Out (FIFO) can be a golden opportunity to fast-track your financial future and build a life with purpose—if managed wisely. Whether you’re doing it for a few years to get ahead or making a long-term career out of it, the...[Read More]

Compact homes unlocking cheaper, cleaner city living

5 March

In a time of climate change and strained housing affordability, sometimes it pays to think small. At just 50 square metres, the apartments and townhouses inside the Two Sisters development in North Melbourne are far smaller than the 236 sq m average...[Read More]

Should you move your super to cash when markets fall? Think again.

26 February

Every time markets dip, the same question rises to the surface: Should I move my superannuation to cash before things get worse? It’s a natural reaction. Watching balances fluctuate can be uncomfortable. But superannuation was never designed for...[Read More]

Why an annual financial review is one of the most valuable meetings you’ll have each year

12 February

Life rarely stands still—and neither should your financial plan. An annual financial review with your financial planner is not just a box-ticking exercise; it’s a powerful opportunity to reset, refine, and realign your money with the life...[Read More]