JBFS Blog
Estate planning: living your best life without regrets
As you approach the golden years, it’s essential to not only enjoy the life you’ve built but also to plan wisely for the legacy you leave behind. Estate planning is not merely about drafting a will...
Financial New Year Resolutions to make in 2025
The new year is a perfect time to reflect on your achievements from the ending year and to plan for the new year. While you can also make resolutions for other aspects of life, financial success...
Creative and engaging school holiday ideas
School holidays are the perfect opportunity for families to connect, explore, and create lasting memories. Here are some engaging ideas to keep kids entertained, learning, and having fun during...
How to plan for retirement in the modern world
To prepare for retirement, there’s forced savings in the form of social security, such as superannuation. Other options to arrange for a secure financial future are savings in the bank, investments...
Summer Newsletter 2024
Welcome to our Summer Christmas Newsletter. The weather has definitely warmed up and the humidity has skyrocketed which is so typical for Brisbane weather this time of year. We hope you stay cool...
What’s the difference between binding versus non-binding beneficiaries
When you buy life insurance, you usually do it with a specific goal in mind – like eliminating debts or providing for loved ones. So how do you make sure your money ends up in the right hands?...
Annual inflation rate hangs on at 2.1 per cent
Australia’s annual headline inflation rate has held at 2.1 per cent in October for a second month, coming in a little below expectations. Despite clocking a second month at the bottom of the Reserve...
The benefits of financial planning and personalised strategies
Financial planning is a cornerstone of financial health, helping individuals and businesses navigate the complexities of managing wealth, preparing for the future, and achieving their unique goals....
New thinking about the concept of being wealthy
Back in the 1960s, owning a home was synonymous with being wealthy because of the prevailing socio-economic context, including high homeownership rates, early marriage and family formation, shorter...
10 Essential steps to secure your home before going on holiday
Preparing your home before a holiday keeps it secure and ensures peace of mind while you’re away. Here are the top 10 tips for getting your house in order before leaving. Secure Doors and Windows:...
Easy ways to start a fitness regime in your 60s
If you’re over 60, regular exercise is essential for maintaining health, energy, and independence. It reduces the risk of serious conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, and osteoporosis....
When should parents let go of the reins? Allowing kids to make their own life decisions
Parenting is a delicate balancing act that requires guidance, protection, and, eventually, the wisdom to step back and allow children to navigate their own lives. As children grow and mature, there...