Make Festive Season Conversations Matter

It’s more than prawns and pavlova. The festive season brings families together from near and far. If you notice signs that an older family member is experiencing the declines of ageing, be observant and take the opportunity to start a conversation. As the year flies by, it’s easy to miss subtle changes in your loved…

The Hidden Cost of Negative Financial Headlines

I recently came across a fantastic article written by my friend and colleague, Sam Instone. It highlights some truly important insights that I felt compelled to share with all of you. A client recently asked me something that stopped me in my tracks: “Why is the financial news always so negative?” It’s a brilliant question…

The Top 10 Key Benefits Advised Australians Received From a Financial Planner.

The value of financial advice is often hard to illustrate. Numbers and percentages are useful, but don’t describe the true sense of comfort which comes from good financial advice. The FPA has released the Value of Advice index which illustrates how enriching good financial advice can be for your life, not just the bank balance….

Granny Flats Need Caution

Granny flat arrangements may seem like a simple idea, but the implications are complex and filled with traps. As parents age and need more support, families may decide to move in together and create a granny flat arrangement. This can allow generations of family members to support each other, as well as provide financial benefits. …