Andrea Dawson Archive

Strategic Financial Advice

How much cash should you hold vs invest? What’s the right mix?

Balancing cash reserves and investments is one of the most important financial decisions investors face during uncertain markets.

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Living with higher for longer interest rates

Persistent higher interest rates are changing financial planning decisions for households and investors across Australia.

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Four ways to invest through market volatility

Volatile markets can challenge investor confidence. Here are four practical strategies to help manage uncertainty and stay invested.

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Reserve Bank lifts interest rates by another 0.25pc to 4.35pc

Australia’s latest interest rate increase will impact borrowers, investors and household budgets. Here’s what to consider moving forward.

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Economists warn Middle East war to hit households through oil price spike but say fallout could be short lived

Rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have pushed global oil prices higher. Here is what it could mean for petrol costs, inflation and Australian households.

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‘More subdued’: What property prices will do in 2026

What will happen to property prices in 2026? Explore forecasts, interest rate risks, affordability pressures and which markets may outperform.

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Can your super be a lifeline during times of mortgage stress?

Accessing super for mortgage stress may be possible under compassionate grounds or severe financial hardship. Learn the rules, limits and tax impacts.

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Protect yourself from ransomware

Ransomware protection for small business starts with secure devices, regular backups, access controls and staff awareness. Learn how to reduce risk and limit damage.

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Economic update February 2026

Our economic update February 2026 reviews Australian and global equity markets, fixed income movements, commodity prices and key economic data shaping investor sentiment.

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Value your business

An overview of business valuation methods, what influences price, the evidence buyers expect, and how to prepare for a sale or succession.

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Investing an inheritance from $10,000 to $100,000 whatever your life stage

A step-by-step overview for investing an inheritance from $10k to $100k across life stages, covering goals, buffers, risk and diversified options.

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Australian property market approaches $12 trillion as national price momentum builds

Australia’s housing market is nearing $12 trillion as national price momentum lifts. We cover drivers, regional differences and what to watch ahead.

Why you landed here

Phillip Anthony Partners joins Paris Financial East Melbourne

We are pleased to share that the team at Phillip Anthony Partners have merged with Paris Financial. Our team at Paris Financial can provide you with a large range of quality financial services with over 65 people located across two convenient locations in Blackburn and East Melbourne.

Paris Financial shares the same philosophy as Phillip Anthony Partners of providing a value focused and high quality service for each of our clients. We look forward to assisting with your accounting needs.