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My Family

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At Madd Life, we understand that your family is your top priority. We believe that a solid financial plan is the best way to ensure their security and prosperity, today and in the future. That’s why we offer comprehensive financial planning services designed to protect your family’s financial wellbeing.

Since our inception, Madd has been tirelessly assisting everyday Australians in exploring various finance options to transform their dreams into reality. Our reputation is built on referrals, and we take immense pride in making the financial planning process enjoyable and educational, as evidenced by our numerous awards.

Education is everything to us! In our meetings we share our valuable insights, tips, and personal learnings, ensuring you feel confident and well-informed. Our clients gain invaluable tools to accelerate their journey toward securing their financial future. It’s important to note that the Madd experience includes no obligation to follow our process; the aim is simply to empower you with our financial knowledge, guiding you throughout your financial planning journey.

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1. Insurance Planning 2. Education Planning 3. Debt Management 4. Retirement Planning 5. Superannuation Review 6. Investment Planning 7. Cashflow Management 8. Financial Education

Insurance Planning

Insurance is a crucial component of any financial plan. It provides a safety net for your family in case of unforeseen circumstances. Our team can provide guidance on the multitude of insurance policies available, ensuring that the coverage levels are tailored to your individual circumstances, to solve the dilemma of determining how much cover is needed.  

Choosing Your Policies

After exploring your options, our team can guide you in choosing the most appropriate policy. The research process considers your personal circumstances and looks at factors such as, level of coverage, cost, policy features and strength of the company. We’ll help you make an informed decision, ensuring that you get the best possible coverage for your needs. 

Regular Reviews

Insurance needs can change over time, so it’s important to regularly review your insurance policies. Our team can provide ongoing support and assist you with regular reviews to ensure your policy remains relevant to your circumstances.  

Education Planning

Investing in your children’s education is one of the best ways to secure their future. We can help you explore various education savings plans and choose the one that offers the best benefits for your family.  

Education planning involves setting education goals for your children, estimating the cost of achieving these goals, and devising a strategy to meet these costs.  

We can then help you explore various education savings strategies, such as regular savings plans, investment portfolios, and education bonds. We’ll help you understand the benefits and risks of each strategy and choose the ones that best align with your financial goals and risk tolerance. 

Education Bonds 

Education bonds are a specific type of investment designed to help families save for education costs. They offer potential tax benefits and can provide a regular income to cover education expenses. 

We’re here to make sure you fully grasp the ins and outs of bonds, including the potential profits, and tax considerations. Our aim is to ensure that these bonds align perfectly with your overall financial goals, providing you with peace of mind and a solid foundation for your educational aspirations. 

Debt Management

Managing debt effectively is crucial. Our team can provide you with strategies to manage and reduce your debt, freeing up more of your income for savings and investments including more properties. 

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Understanding Your Debt

The first step in debt management is understanding your debt. Our team can help you take stock of your current debt situation, including the types and amounts of debt you have, the interest rates you’re paying, and your repayment schedules. We can then help you understand the impact of your debt on your financial health and your ability to achieve your financial goals. 

Implementing Your Plan

After developing your debt management plan, our team can guide you through the process of implementing it. This could involve helping you consolidate your debts or setting up a budget. We’ll provide ongoing support and advice to help you stay on track and make progress towards your debt-free goal. 

Developing a Debt
Management Plan

Once we understand your debt situation, we can help you develop a debt management plan. This plan will outline strategies for managing your debt, such as consolidating your debts, negotiating lower interest rates, or creating a budget to help you manage your repayments. We’ll help you understand the pros and cons of each strategy and choose the ones that best suit your needs. 

Ongoing Debt
Management Support

Debt management is an ongoing process. As your circumstances change, your debt management plan may need to be adjusted. Our financial advisors can provide ongoing support, helping you review and adjust your plan as needed to ensure it continues to meet your needs. 

Retirement Planning For Your Family

Understanding Your Retirement Goals

The first step in retirement planning is understanding your retirement goals. This includes determining the lifestyle you want in retirement, the age at which you plan to retire, and the income you’ll need to support your desired lifestyle.  

Assessing Your Current Situation

Once we understand your retirement goals, we will work with you to determine what changes need to be made now, so that you can reach your goals. This includes reviewing your current superannuation, investments, and spending habits, to look at what can be adjusted to provide you with the best possible financial position at retirement.  

Developing a Retirement Plan

After assessing your current situation, our team can help you develop a retirement plan. We’ll help you understand the benefits and risks of each strategy and choose the ones that best align with your financial goals and risk tolerance. 

Implementing & Reviewing Your Plan

Once your retirement plan is in place, we can guide you through the process of implementing it. We’ll provide ongoing support and advice to help you stay on track and adjust your plan as needed. As your circumstances change, your retirement plan may need to be adjusted.  

Superannuation Review

Superannuation is a key component of any retirement plan. Our team can help you review your current superannuation fund, shed light on its performance, and determine if it’s the best fit for your retirement goals. We can also guide you through the process of consolidating multiple super funds, potentially saving you money on fees, and making it easier to manage your retirement savings. 

  • Understand Your Superannuation

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    The first step in a superannuation review is understanding your current superannuation situation. Our team can help you assess the fees you’re paying, the investment options you’re currently invested in, and the insurance cover you have through your super. We can then compare this with your retirement goals to see if your super is on track to meet these goals or how your super can be improved to better your financial position at retirement.

  • Explore Your Options

    Once we understand your current superannuation situation, we can show you your options. This could include consolidating multiple super accounts to save on fees, changing your investment options to better align with your risk tolerance and retirement goals, or switching to a different super fund that offers better value or more suitable services.

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    Explore Your Options

  • Implement Changes

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    If we identify opportunities to improve your superannuation, we will run through the options with you and assist with the transition.

  • Ongoing Superannuation Support

    Superannuation is not a set-and-forget investment. It needs to be reviewed regularly to ensure it continues to meet your needs. Our team can provide ongoing support, helping you review your superannuation as your circumstances change and the superannuation landscape evolves.

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    Ongoing Superannuation Support

  • Why It’s Important

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    A superannuation review is important because it can help you maximise your retirement savings. By regularly reviewing your superannuation, you can ensure it’s on track to meet your retirement goals, take advantage of opportunities to grow your super, and avoid unnecessary fees and charges.

Investment Planning

Investing can be a powerful tool for building wealth and securing your financial future.
Our team can help you develop an investment strategy that aligns with your financial goals and risk tolerance.
Whether you’re interested in investing in shares, bonds, managed funds, or property, we can provide the guidance you need to navigate the investment landscape. 

Creating an Investment Plan

Once you understand your goals, risk tolerance, and investment timeline, you can create an investment plan. This plan will outline the types of investments you’ll make, how much you’ll invest, and how you’ll diversify your portfolio. Diversification – or spreading your investments across different types of assets – can help manage risk and potentially increase returns. 

Understanding Your Financial Goals

The first step in investment planning is understanding your financial goals. Are you saving for a down payment on a house, funding your children’s education, or planning for retirement? Your goals will determine the investment strategy that’s right for you. 

Assessing Your Risk Tolerance

Different investments come with different levels of risk. It’s important to understand how much risk you’re willing to take on or whether you need to take any risk at all – before you start investing. This will help guide your investment decisions and ensure you’re comfortable with the level of risk in your investment portfolio. 

Determining Your Investment Timeline

Your investment timeline – or how long you plan to invest – is another important factor to consider. If you’re saving for a short-term goal, you might choose safer, more liquid investments. If you’re investing for the long term, you might be able to take on more risk for the potential of higher returns. 

Regularly Reviewing and Adjusting Your Plan

It’s important to regularly review your investment plan and adjust it as needed. This could be due to changes in your financial situation, changes in your goals, or changes in the market. 

Cashflow Management

Effective cashflow management is crucial for maintaining your financial health. Our team can help you develop a budget and identify opportunities to save money and increase your cashflow. We can also provide strategies for managing unexpected expenses and dealing with financial emergencies. 

Understanding Your Income and Expenses

The first step in cashflow management is understanding your expenses. Our financial advisors can help you track your income and categorise your expenses, providing a clear picture of money in and out. 

Creating a Budget

Once we have a clear picture of your cashflow, we can help you create a budget. A budget is a plan for how you’ll allocate your money, helping you live within your means, save for your goals, and avoid unnecessary debt. We can help you set realistic budget targets, track your spending, and adjust your budget as needed. 

Identifying Opportunities to Improve Your Cashflow

With a clear understanding of your expenses, we can help you identify opportunities to improve your cashflow. This could involve finding ways to increase your income, reduce your expenses, or make more strategic decisions about how you use your money. 

Providing Ongoing Cashflow Management Support

Cashflow management is an ongoing process. As your circumstances change, your cashflow management strategies may need to be adjusted. Our financial advisors can provide ongoing support, helping you review and adjust your budget as needed. 

Financial Education

Knowledge is power! We believe a big part of our job is educating as it is crucial for making informed financial decisions. That’s why we offer a range of educational resources to help you understand the complexities of the financial landscape. From articles and guides to webinars and workshops, we provide the information you need to navigate your financial journey with confidence.

Personalised Financial Advice

We offer personalised financial advice to our clients. Our financial advisors can help you understand your unique financial situation, set financial goals, and develop a plan to achieve those goals. We’ll explain the various options and strategies available to you, helping you make informed decisions about your finances. 

Ongoing Financial Education Support

Financial education is a lifelong journey. As your financial situation changes and the financial landscape evolves, there will always be new things to learn. We are here to help you navigate the complexities of personal finance and continue to grow your financial knowledge.

From buying your first home to refinancing, commercial or construction loans – our free service takes the stress out of getting finance. We offer our services Australia wide so why not reach out to us today. We’d love to hear from you.

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