As I move through the later years of my life, I’ve come to realise that ageing is not just a physical process but an emotional and deeply personal journey.It invites me to pause, reflect, and take sto …
Should you move your super to cash when markets fall? Think again.
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 uncomfortabl …
Key ways to invest through an SMSF and how to create a solid investment strategy
A Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF) offers individuals greater control over their retirement savings, allowing them to choose a variety of investment options.To maximise long-term returns and financial s …
Let’s just say it plainly, softly, and maybe with a nervous laugh: nobody wants your stuff. Not in the way you think they do, anyway. This isn’t a judgement. It’s a mercy. And once you really let it s …
Helping an older loved one feel ready for aged care
Here are five practical, compassionate tips to help an older person move to aged care or a retirement home—and, just as importantly, to help them feel on side and able to speak positively about this n …
Retirement isn’t an age — it’s a financial position
For decades, retirement has been framed as a milestone tied to age. Sixty-seven has become a default finish line — the point at which work stops and “retirement” begins. But this traditional view no l …
Educating investors: Building the foundations for long-term generational wealth
Investing can feel intimidating for many people, particularly those just starting out. Markets fluctuate, headlines create fear, and misinformation is everywhere. Yet at its core, successful investing …
Being young comes with a whirlwind of experiences and financial priorities, often pushing thoughts about retirement and superannuation to the back burner.Initially, for many young individuals, superan …
What Insurance Do You Actually Need at Every Life Stage?Understanding how your insurance cover should grow with you.Life doesn’t stand still, and neither should your insurance.As we move through diffe …
The top 5 goals of retirees – and why good advice makes all the difference
Retirement marks the start of a new chapter, one that is filled with both opportunity and uncertainty. After decades of work, many retirees find themselves asking, What comes next?While the answers va …
Caution urged on supposedly ‘balanced’ super funds
Some superannuation funds’ “balanced” options have become heavily overweight riskier “growth” assets, a financial planner warns.Alex Jamieson, founder of Melbourne-based AJ Financial Planning, says su …
What is Aged Care and Why Seeking Advice Early Matters
As we age, our needs change — sometimes gradually, and sometimes unexpectedly. Aged care refers to the range of support services available to older Australians who need help with daily activities, per …
