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# Sydney Aged Care Financial Advisers

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- [Aged care fee changes November 2025: What you need to know](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/aged-care-fee-changes-july-2025-what-you-need-to-know/) - The new age care act will come into effect on 1 November 2025. Under the new act, around 50% of Australians are expected to pay more for aged care.How is funding changing?Residents will be expected to pay more for residential aged care however the majority of costs of care will remain funded by the Commonwealth
- [Do you need to sell the family home to pay for aged care?](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/do-you-need-to-sell-the-family-home-to-pay-for-aged-care/) - Paying for aged care services can be financially debilitating. The simple fact of the matter is you shouldn’t have to sell your family home to pay for aged care however it is certainly becoming more common for the elderly to sell their home in order to subsidise their aged care costs. Previously, retirees have been
- [Senior financial adviser Michael Johnson becomes FSPOWER 50 finalist](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/senior-financial-adviser-michael-johnson-becomes-fspower-50-finalist/) - Exciting news! Our very own Michael Johnson – Senior Financial Adviser at Sydney Aged Care Financial Advisers – has been listed as a finalist in the FSPOWER 50! In case you hadn’t heard – the FSPOWER 50 is an annually updated list of the top 50 most influential financial advisers in Australia. Needless to say,
- [Aged Care Financial Advice and Selling the Family Home [Radio Interview - 2UE]](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/aged-care-radio-interview/) - The Donaldson Sisters from Aged Care 101 interview Phil Reid from Sydney Aged Care Financial Advisers on the aged care financial advice process and whether it is necessary to sell the family home when looking at moving a loved one into aged care. Transcript Annie/Jill: The money side of aged care really seems to have
- [Aged Care Help! The 5 Professionals You Need Most For Aged Care](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/aged-care-help-the-5-professionals-you-need-most-for-aged-care/) - Let’s face it, the journey to aged care can be a challenging time for the resident and the entire family. We know you only want nothing but the best for yourself or for your loved one. But this doesn't mean that aged care system should take up all of your energies. Help is available. One
- [Should you obtain financial advice for aged care?](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/should-you-obtain-financial-advice-for-aged-care/) - I was recently invited by 2UE, Talking Lifestyle to discuss some tips and traps of aged care finance. A summary of the content discussed is available on the Aged Care 101 website here. People are struggling with the cost and complexity of aged care – especially entering a nursing home. The Australian aged care system has undergone extensive changes
- [How will the Age Pension Changes impact you from 1 January 2017?](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/how-will-the-age-pension-changes-effect-you-from-1-january-2017/) - A recent VicSuper study revealed that two in five retirees were unaware of the new age pension framework and much tougher age pension asset test limited that will be imposed from 1 January 2017. The Government estimates that this measure will see 91,000 part-pensioners lose their Age Pension completely while another 235,000 part-pensioners will see
- [3 Ways to Enjoy Retirement Using Sydney Aged Care Services](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/3-ways-to-enjoy-retirement-using-sydney-aged-care-services/) - Men are less likely to take advantage of elderly and aged care services, a new study reports. According to a report released by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW), older men are less likely to use aged care services. In Sydney, for instance, it is estimated that only about 30% of those who availed home
- [Pensioners may be forced to sell Sydney homes as government tightens means testing](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/pensioners-at-risk-of-selling-sydney-homes-as-government-tightens-means-testing/) - Although the new rule are proposed to only take effect early next year, we can’t help but worry about the possible implications it may bring to retirees entering residential aged care. Starting 1 January 2016, rental income will no longer be exempted from means testing of age care facility fees. This may result in more retirees
- [Aged care reforms bring changes to home care but will Australians be better off?](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/aged-care-reforms-bring-changes-to-home-care-but-will-australians-be-better-off/) - On 1 July 2015, the new Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) began. The Commonwealth Government believes these major changes to the way home care services will operate will help elderly people maintain their independence and remain in their homes and communities for longer. Ian Yates, Chief Executive of the Council on the Ageing (COTA), says that
- [Deeming Rules - bad news for pensioners and self-funded retirees](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/deeming-rules-bad-news-for-pensioners-and-self-funded-retirees-2/) - On 4 February 2015 the Reserve Bank of Australia cut the official cash rate to a fresh all time record low of 2.25%. Many economists are factoring another cut to 2% this year. While this all-time low is good news for families with , it is bad news for pensioners and self-funded retirees that
- [Government Finances Causing Aged Care Hospital Crisis](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/government-finances-causing-aged-care-hospital-crisis/) - Seniors in Sydney and beyond are being forced to stay in hospitals instead of being given appropriate aged care services according to local government representatives. This has prompted stakeholders to voice their concerns regarding key aged care issues in a senate inquiry recently. The termination in the Federal Budget of the National Partnership Agreement on
- [Living and Dying Well In Sydney: Your Journey To Better Aged Years](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/living-dying-well-in-sydney-your-journey-to-better-aged-years/) - If you were asked about how you want to live the last years of your life, what would you say? Would you like to live your life to the fullest, travel the world, or spend more time with your grandchildren? We usually have everything planned out when it comes to our advanced years but have
- [Dementia Care, Not Just Aged Care](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/dementia-care-not-just-aged-care/) - It is National Dementia Awareness Month this September, an event that we here at Sydney Aged Care Financial Advisers think deserves support. Dementia is a very confronting disease. It is often a hard road for both the person with the condition and their family, but with strong cooperation and support from relatives and community, dementia
- [Nursing Home Fees Up? New Aged Care Laws Hit Sydney Residents](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/nursing-home-fees-up-new-aged-care-laws-hit-sydney-residents/) - From today (1 July 2014) the aged care system in Australia undergoes massive change. The Living Better, Living Longer Aged Care reforms become law, after five years of industry & community consultations. Two federal governments, three Prime Ministers and countless reviews later the moment has arrived. How will it affect you? We make some predictions below with
- [Angry Seniors In The Media Over Aged Care Changes](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/angry-seniors-in-the-media-over-aged-care-changes/) - The Living Better, Living Longer aged care reforms are finally approaching launch date of 1 July 2014 and now the media is getting very interested. See this Channel 9 'exclusive' financial report above. The scope of these changes is far-reaching, and will make aged care more expensive for many. I expect that interest in this
- [Sydney Aged Care Guide: 6 Essential Nursing Home Tips for Families](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/sydney-aged-care-guide-6-essential-nursing-home-tips-for-families/) - Ok, you've officially begun the aged care journey..... Maybe you have a parent or much loved family member whose health is quickly deteriorating; or they've just had an ACAT assessment ? Your head is probably spinning with questions. Where to from here? What's next? Have I missed anything? Aged Care Guide: 6 Essential Nursing Home
- [Ageing is a 'Horror Show' - For Government Finances and Your Personal Assets](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/ageing-is-a-horror-show-for-government-finances-your-personal-assets/) - We live in amazing times. The ageing of Australia's population has long been known as a growing problem for government expenditure. In fact, it first came to national prominence when Treasurer Peter Costello released his Intergenerational Report way back in 2003. It's not as if we weren't warned about the demographic pressures facing our country.
- [Plan For Aged Care - 5 Times When You May Need Financial Advice](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/plan-for-aged-care-5-times-when-you-may-need-financial-advice/) - Like most things in life, when it comes to aged care some forward planning helps. The process of admission into nursing homes is different for everyone. In many cases, mum or dad's health deteriorates slowly over a long period of time and families have plenty of warning to get prepared and seek information. Our free
- [Do I Need to Sell My Home to Pay Aged Care Bond and Nursing Home Costs?](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/do-i-need-to-sell-my-home-to-pay-aged-care-bond-and-nursing-home-costs/) - As financial planners who specialise in aged care advice, one of the most common questions we get asked is: do I need to sell my home to pay the aged care bond and nursing home costs? The quick answer is 'maybe', but increasingly 'no'. What do I mean by this? First, let's start with the
- [Confusion over accommodation bond changes. Are aged care reforms a mess?](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/confusion-over-accommodation-bond-changes-are-aged-care-reforms-a-mess/) - Due to the rapidly ageing population in Australia our aged care sector has long been in need of reform. We can thank the previous Labor government for finally introducing much needed change with the Living Better, Living Longer reforms. With aged care costs skyrocketing in recent years as a share of federal government expenditure the
- [Aged Care Assessment Teams NSW: Who is 'ACAT' and What Do They Do?](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/aged-care-assessment-teams-nsw-who-is-acat-what-do-they-do/) - If admission into residential care and nursing homes is confusing to families, then Aged Care Assessment Teams are often one of the most important resources in obtaining a comprehensive solution. Otherwise known as ACAT, the Aged Care Assessment Teams in NSW are typically doctors, nurses and social workers attached to a hospital who assess elderly people
- [What is an Accommodation Bond and How Do You Pay for Aged Care?](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/what-is-an-accommodation-bond-and-how-do-you-pay-for-aged-care/) - Mum or dad are fine one day, then suddenly they're in hospital and your local ACAT (aged care assessment team) are saying they need permanent residential care in a hostel or nursing home. It can be quite a shock. Especially when you're confronted with the costs. One of the first questions many families ask when
- [Retirement village units & aged care - the value of financial planning: Case Study](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/retirement-village-units-aged-care-the-value-of-financial-planning-case-study/) - Keeping the family home when moving into an aged care hostel can often be the best option. Depending on an individual's circumstances it may be better for age pension and aged care fees. However sometimes it is not possible to keep the former home due to the family’s financial position. A large percentage of retirement village
- [The 5 BIGGEST aged care mistakes to avoid at all costs!](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/the-5-biggest-aged-care-mistakes-to-avoid-at-all-costs/) - We hear this a lot. It's probably the most common refrain from people experiencing the aged care process for the first time. And it's certainly the main reason people approach us for help. Yes it is complex, but mistakes and oversights by the resident & their family can make it much, much worse. We've been
- [New financial advice team for aged care industry and residents in Sydney](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/new-financial-advice-team-for-aged-care-industry-and-residents-in-sydney/) - Today, I'm delighted to officially launch the website and blog for Sydney Aged Care Financial Advisers. My colleague Michael Johnson and I have been providing specialist financial planning advice for people going into care for several years now. Some months ago we identified an opportunity to create a new brand within the firm that more

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- [Moving into Aged Care](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/moving-into-aged-care/) - MOVING INTO AGED CARE The Australian Government has identified five clear steps of placement into aged care facilities: Finding accommodation STEP - ONE Assessment of eligibility (+ Centrelink assessment if on pension) STEP - TWO Finding accommodation STEP - THREE Working out the cost (you should receive financial advice by this point) STEP - FOUR
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- [About Us](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/about-us/) - The experienced caring team of finance professionals you are looking for. Sydney Aged Care Financial Advisers (SACFA) is a corporate authorised representative of Harbour Financial Group Pty Ltd ABN 86 632 080 838, AFSL 515518. Who We Are Sydney Aged Care Financial Advisers are the experienced caring team of finance professionals you are looking for.We
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- [Blog](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/blog/) - Blog Aged care fee changes November 2025: What you need to know The new age care act will come into effect on 1 November 2025. Under the new act, around 50% of Australians are expected to pay more for aged care. How is funding changing? Residents will be expected to pay more for residential aged
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- [Who are we?](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/who-are-we/) - [subtitle] Who are we? [/subtitle][p]Sydney Aged Care Financial Advisers are the experienced caring team of finance professionals you are looking for. We pride ourselves on providing fast, cost-effective advice that makes a real difference to people’s lives. Entry into aged care can be a challenging time for both the person and their family. The finances
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- [Aged care advice](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/aged-care-advice/) - [distance1]The aged care sector is a minefield, our financial modelling provides family’s with a ‘roadmap’ to safely navigate the aged care system. Our advice can include; • Modelling and analysis of a number of available financial options to enter an age care facility (i.e. retaining, selling or renting the family home) • Cash flow analysis
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- [Why choose us?](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/why-choose-us/) - [subtitle] Why choose us[/subtitle] [p]We believe in listening. Your situation is unique and we need to understand it. We will ask a lot of questions as part of our research so the advice we provide can deliver the best financial outcome for you. We believe in results. We will provide you with a range of
- [Guide to Accommodation Bonds & Aged Care Finances (2017 edition)](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/i-m-test-page/) - [row type="container"][one_half last=false] "Aged care is a journey – for the family as much as for the resident." [p]We recognise that whilst you might need our services in the future, you could just be at the information gathering stage now. This is why we are happy to offer you an invaluable resource to help in
- [Care Home Costs, Fees and Charges](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/care-home-costs-fees-and-charges/) - [subtitle] We are here to assist you fund your age care costs [/subtitle][p] Is the cost of age care homes making the decision to move out of your family home more difficult for you and your family? At Sydney Aged Care Financial Advisers (SACFA), we can help you by creating effective strategies to minimise care
- [Residential Aged Care Costs, Fees and Charges](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/residential-aged-care-costs-fees-and-charges/) - [subtitle] Reliable and fair financial advice from age care professionals. Get the best and most affordable aged care modelling for your retirement or move to residential aged care. [/subtitle][p] How can we help? The team at Sydney Aged Financial Advisers (SACFA) is based in the heart of Sydney’s central business district. Led by our senior
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- [Navigate the High Costs of Aged Care with Financial Advice and Planning Services from the SACFA’s Advisers in the Hills District](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/seopost/navigate-the-high-costs-of-aged-care-with-financial-advice-and-planning-services-from-the-sacfas-advisers-in-the-hills-district/) - For many elderly adults, there eventually comes a time when some sort of aged care is necessary. Depending on the health and mobility of the patient, that care might take the form of an in-home caregiver, an assisted living community, a respite care centre to get over an injury, or a nursing home. It is
- [How Aged Care Financial Advisers Provide Services such as Planning and Advice to Eastern Suburbs Clients](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/seopost/how-aged-care-financial-advisers-provide-services-such-as-planning-and-advice-to-eastern-suburbs-clients/) - If a person in your life suddenly needs to enter aged care, it can come as something of a surprise. The signs that a loved one will soon need aged care are not always obvious — in fact, there are sometimes no outward signs at all. Human health can be a precarious and mercurial thing,
- [Four Ways to Fund Aged Care and Where to Find Aged Care Financial Advice, Advisers, and Planning Services in the Northern Beaches](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/seopost/four-ways-to-fund-aged-care-and-where-to-find-aged-care-financial-advice-advisers-and-planning-services-in-the-northern-beaches/) - Placing a parent into aged care can be stressful for everyone involved. There are many factors that make this a stressful transition, and one of them is your financial plan. Families must come up with a considerable amount of money to move an elderly family member into aged care–a number that may only increase in
- [Finding Aged Care Financial Advisers in the Inner West for Professional Advice and Efficient Planning Services](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/seopost/finding-aged-care-financial-advisers-in-the-inner-west-for-professional-advice-and-efficient-planning-services/) - How will you someday care for those who cared for you throughout your younger life? As our parents age, these are the types of questions with which many of us will grapple. Whether a recent turn in your mum or dad's health has you questioning the right path forward, or if you're simply trying to
- [Get Help with Aged Care Financial Planning from the Right Advisers in the Northern Suburbs](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/seopost/get-help-with-aged-care-financial-planning-from-the-right-advisers-in-the-northern-suburbs/) - Perhaps mum or dad recently had a fall that has made you question whether they are safe to continue living alone. Alternatively, maybe a grandparent is showing escalating signs of dementia and needs the round-the-clock care that a nursing home can provide. Before doing anything else, you should sit down with aged care financial advisers
- [Exploring Advice and Financial Planning Options for Your Parents' Aged Care with the Help of Advisers in the Sydney City CBD](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/seopost/exploring-advice-and-financial-planning-options-for-your-parents-aged-care-with-the-help-of-advisers-in-the-sydney-city-cbd/) - Facing a sudden life event that flips everything upside down is difficult, especially when it concerns one of your elderly parents. When it becomes clear that they can no longer safely live independently, a transition to an aged care facility is frequently the choice many families make. However, though that choice may be the clear
- [Planning for the Future with Thorough Advice: Using the Services of Sydney Aged Care Financial Advisers](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/seopost/planning-for-the-future-with-thorough-advice-using-the-services-of-sydney-aged-care-financial-advisers/) - No one knows exactly what life has in store for us, and while that's part of what makes it an adventure, it's also why careful planning can often be your best friend. When we're younger, for example, making plans about educational options, career paths, and even for starting a family can all occupy a great
- [Tips for Applying for Aged Care in Sydney: Apply and Get in to a Nursing Home](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/seopost/tips-for-applying-for-aged-care-in-sydney-apply-and-get-in-to-a-nursing-home/) - Applying for a nursing home in Sydney can be stressful and costly. The legal and financial responsibilities that can fall on the family be exhausting to manage and may distract from the immediate needs of taking care of their loved ones. At Sydney Aged Care Financial Advisers, we aim to make the application process as
- [Preparing Financially for the Cost of Aged Care or a Nursing Home in Sydney](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/seopost/preparing-financially-for-the-cost-of-aged-care-or-a-nursing-home-in-sydney/) - Placing a loved one in aged care often occurs during one of the most stressful times in a family’s life. From urgent decision-making to financial management to finding the perfect facility for your loved one, the responsibilities are enough to make anyone feel scared and overwhelmed. Sydney Aged Care Financial Advisers helps families assess their
- [How to Move into Aged Care: Tips for Moving a Parent into a Nursing Home in Sydney](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/seopost/how-to-move-into-aged-care-tips-for-moving-a-parent-into-a-nursing-home-in-sydney/) - Are you wondering how to move into aged care in Sydney? Aged care homes or nursing homes are designed for older individuals who can no longer safely live at home by themselves because they require assistance with healthcare or daily activities. Aged care includes a range of levels of care such as home care services
- [Making It Easier to Move into Aged Care and Where to Find Aged Care Planning Specialists and Consultants in Sydney](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/seopost/making-it-easier-to-move-into-aged-care-and-where-to-find-aged-care-planning-specialists-and-consultants-in-sydney/) - Even when you’re moving under the happiest circumstances, such as moving in with your new spouse for the first time or moving into your dream home, planning to move is still extremely stressful. When it’s time for our parents to move out of their home into an aged care facility, there is not only the
- [What You Need to Know about ACAT Assessments, from What They Are to Finding Assessment Providers in Sydney](https://sydneyagedcarefinancialadvisers.com.au/seopost/what-you-need-to-know-about-acat-assessments-from-what-they-are-to-finding-assessment-providers-in-sydney/) - At Sydney Aged Care Financial Advisers (SACFA), our job is to help elderly adults and their families, friends or loved ones’ plan for aged care arrangements. When the moment comes to move an older adult into aged care, there are typically questions and concerns about the transition. Many of these questions or concerns involve the

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