Retirement costs vary widely depending on lifestyle and housing. This guide explains how much super Australians typically need, ASFA retirement standards, and ways to strengthen your retirement savings over time.
Wondering what to do if your financial adviser retires or sells their business? Most Australians can choose to stay with a new adviser, switch firms, or manage their finances themselves. Here’s how adviser transitions typically work and what steps help you stay in control.
An annual financial planning review helps ensure your strategy still aligns with your goals, investments, and life circumstances. Preparing ahead of time helps the meeting focus on meaningful decisions rather than gathering basic information. This guide explains what to prepare and how to make the most of your review with a financial adviser.
A financial plan is not something you create once and forget. As your life, income, and goals change, your strategy should evolve too. For many Australians, reviewing a financial plan at least once a year helps keep investments, superannuation, and retirement planning aligned with their long-term goals.
In your first consultation, a financial adviser is assessing more than just your super balance. They are evaluating your financial position, goals, risk capacity, and whether personal advice is appropriate. Here’s what Australian advisers look for behind the scenes.
Financial adviser fees in Australia typically range from $2,000 to $20,000 per year, with many Australians paying $3,000–$4,000 for an initial financial plan. This guide explains upfront and ongoing advice fees, product costs, commission caps, and how to assess whether the fees you’re quoted represent fair value.
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