Building wealth is not about chasing returns or timing markets. It is about having a disciplined strategy that matches your goals, your timeline, and your tolerance for risk. I help you build and maintain a portfolio you can stick with.
There is no shortage of investment opinions. Every market correction brings predictions, every bull run brings excitement, and most of it is noise. What actually drives long-term wealth is simpler and less exciting: a clear strategy, appropriate diversification, low costs, and the discipline to stay the course.
I work with clients to build investment portfolios grounded in evidence rather than speculation. That means starting with your goals and working backwards — how much do you need, by when, and how much volatility can you tolerate along the way? From there, we construct a portfolio that gives you the best chance of reaching those goals without taking unnecessary risk.
I am transparent about my philosophy. I believe in broad diversification, keeping costs low, rebalancing systematically, and not pretending I can predict where markets are going. If you are looking for someone to pick stocks or time the market, I am not the right adviser. If you want a clear, evidence-based strategy you can understand and stick with, I can help.
Like the sound of a clear, no-nonsense approach? Let's talk about what you're trying to achieve.
You have surplus income or capital and want a structured approach to investing rather than ad hoc decisions.
You already have investments but are not sure if they are well-structured, too concentrated, or costing too much in fees.
Retirement, inheritance, property sale, or business exit — you have a significant sum and want to invest it wisely.
Portfolio Construction
Build a diversified portfolio that matches your goals, your timeline, and how much risk you can actually tolerate
Asset Allocation
Get the mix of growth and defensive assets right so your portfolio suits your stage of life
Risk Profiling
Understand your true tolerance for volatility — not just your appetite for returns on the way up, but your comfort when markets fall
Fee Analysis
Find out exactly what you’re paying in platform, fund, and adviser fees and whether you’re getting value for it
Rebalancing Strategy
Keep your portfolio on track with a systematic approach so you’re not accidentally drifting into more risk than you intended
Tax-Effective Investing
Structure your investments to minimise the tax drag that quietly eats into your returns over time
Super Investment Review
Make sure your super is invested appropriately alongside your non-super assets so the whole picture works together
Alan helped us to figure out a good plan to achieve our financial goals. He listened and understood what we wanted and created a plan aligned to our values and risk appetite. He didn't push for any extras or try to sell us products or services. Very empathetic and understanding. Clear actionable advice, no nonsense.
Penny
Melbourne
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The information on this website is general in nature and does not take into account your personal objectives, financial situation, or needs. It should not be relied upon as personal financial advice. Before making any financial decisions, consider whether the information is appropriate for your circumstances and seek independent professional advice where necessary.