Most people think about financial advice when something changes. A bonus hits. A tax event arrives. A life milestone appears. That is normal, but it is also reactive, because by […]
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When people think about retirement readiness, the conversation usually starts with money. Will my assets last? How much income can I sustainably draw? They are important questions. But they are
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In this episode of The Trusted Adviser, Rob Pyne speaks with Peter Worn from Finura Group about the critical role of technology in financial advice. They discuss the importance of
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In this episode of The Trusted Adviser, Rob Pyne speaks with Matt McGuinty, Director of FinTech Strategic Partners, about the real state of artificial intelligence in financial planning. Matt brings
In this episode of The Trusted Adviser, Rob Pyne speaks with Michael Goodman. Michael built Wealthstream Advisors with a long-term vision for independence. He avoided outside capital and designed a
Retirement planning rarely unravels for the dramatic reasons people imagine. It’s usually the quieter factors, often behavioural and unintentional, that have the biggest impact over time. In our conversations, a
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This question is becoming one of the most common money-related prompts typed into AI: “Can ChatGPT replace my financial planner?” It’s understandable. AI is fast, accessible and confident. It explains
In this special episode, Rob Pyne takes a step back from interviewing industry leaders and instead delivers a curated, narrative walkthrough of the first 30 episodes of The Trusted Adviser. Recorded during the week of the AAAA Congress in Perth, this recap distils the standout lessons, commercial insights, and industry-shaping ideas shared across the series so far.
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The move from Home Care Packages to Support at Home brings new rules, new fees, and new responsibilities for clients. We’ve broken down what you need to know and the simple steps to make sure you’re not overpaying. If you receive home support, this is essential reading.
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In this episode of The Trusted Advisor, Rob Pyne sits down with seasoned finance leader Dan Heckendorf, who brings a wealth of experience from his time as CFO of AZ
Financial planning is often viewed as a numbers game. Balance sheets, investment returns, tax strategies, and retirement projections dominate the conversation. Yet beneath the spreadsheets lies an invisible driver that
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The term ‘Sandwich Generation’ usually refers to people (often in middle age) who are simultaneously supporting (or caring for) both their children (or younger dependents) and their ageing parents (or
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Joe, 61, and his wife Jane, 54 (not real names), had recently sold their family farm and were looking for a smart way to manage the proceeds. They wanted to preserve their wealth, reduce future tax obligations, and create a sustainable income stream for retirement. Like many conservative investors, their initial instinct was to keep the funds in cash and prioritising safety over growth.
However, through a structured financial strategy, we helped them move from a purely defensive mindset to a diversified, tax-efficient investment plan designed to protect and grow their wealth long-term.
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In this episode of The Trusted Adviser Podcast, host Rob Pyne speaks with Zacary Leeson, Financial Adviser and Director at HPH Solutions, about how the firm has evolved its approach
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