Elston Finalists at IFA Excellence Awards

You're in good company...

We're proud to announce Elston is a finalist amongst Australia's top financial professionals for the ifa Excellence Awards! Read more

the fundamentals of retirement planning

The fundamentals of retirement planning

Regardless of your age, or how much money you have in your super and investments, it pays to know what “retirement planning” is and how it works. Here are the basics. Read more

Pros & cons of yield differentials and hedging costs

Pros & cons of yield differentials and hedging costs

Investments overseas via managed funds or ETFs can expose investors to potential adverse currency movements, which impact performance in local currency terms. Read more

The evolution of Elston continues

At Elston, we have a strong focus on evolution and innovation. To reflect this, our logo features a double helix DNA strand, which reinforces our intrinsic commitment to provide customised financial solutions. Read more

Know a good financial adviser? We know four.

Know a good financial adviser? We know four.

After careful scrutiny of Australia’s best financial advisers, Barron's have named Elston four times in their Top 50! Read more

Company Snapshot - AMP The feeling is not mutual!

Whenever a stock in the Portfolio suffers a steep price drop, the Portfolio Managers are faced with the task of looking at the reasons behind the fall and deciding whether it changes the long-term investment thesis for the security. This requires us to revisit our reasoning behind the ongoing investment decision and incorporate the new information - and then look forward. Read more

Understanding the claims process

The true value of good wealth protection advice is realised when you make a successful claim on an insurance policy. Ultimately, the sole purpose of having an insurance policy is receiving a successful payout, when you need it most. Read more

Franking credits changes could cost retirees dearly

The recent announcement from the Labor Party that it plans to abolish the refunding of franking credits has caused much concern amongst Elston clients. This measure, aimed squarely at self funded retirees, is the latest in a string of attacks retirees have had to cope with. Read more