When estate planning is left too late, families can face uncertainty, avoidable tax, and conflict. At Progressive Financial Solutions in Melbourne, we help you create a clear financial plan for the transfer of wealth, so your wishes are carried out and the right people are looked after. We focus on the financial side of estate planning – asset structures, superannuation death-benefit strategies, beneficiary nominations, and tax – and we work with your solicitor to prepare or update the legal documents that give effect to your plan.
Estate planning is not a one-off document. It’s a strategy that evolves with your life.
We learn about your family structure, assets, goals, and any concerns.
We map financial structures use, superannuation and pensions, insurances, trusts, companies, and loan accounts to understand how wealth would pass today.
We design the financial estate plan: asset protection considerations, tax-aware transfer strategies, beneficiary nominations, and BDBNs or reversionary pensions where appropriate.
We help you put the strategy into action and coordinate with your solicitor for wills, powers of attorney, and trust updates.
We revisit your plan as laws or circumstances change to keep everything aligned with your wishes.
We help you decide how super and pensions are paid on death, and to whom. This includes reviewing dependents, potential tax on adult-child beneficiaries, and whether a reversionary pension or BDBN is more suitable.
We review and update nominations across super, pensions and insurance so they reflect your current wishes and remain valid.
We consider capital gains tax, superannuation tax on death benefits, and the order of asset transfer to reduce the tax your beneficiaries might face.
We review ownership across individuals, joint names, companies and trusts to manage risk and support the outcomes you want.
We help families plan for aged care funding, Centrelink impacts, and the flow-on effects estate decisions have on cash flow and entitlements.
Your lawyer prepares legal documents like wills, powers of attorney and trusts. We provide the financial roadmap and coordinate with them so documents and strategy align.
Sila Uzuner2025-12-04Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Paul was incredibly helpful and professional. He took the time to understand our financial goals and offered investment options that aligned with our short term and long term goals as a growing family. Eddy Tannourji2025-10-29Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had a great experience with Joe and Paul. They were both welcoming, knowledgeable, and professional. I really appreciate the time and guidance they shared with me. Greg Hardisty2025-10-23Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. With more than 15 years as a satisfied client I can attest to timely and trusted advice placing me in a secure financial position. Tuglio Valentino2025-08-20Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Greatly appreciate all your help guys 😊 Sue Tregenza2025-07-12Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Joe, Jess & Paul at PFS have been pure gold in helping us navigate our Mum's financial needs and aged care. Exceeding all expectations, they have guided us with compassion and a thorough understanding of processes needed. The team's advice and communication is exemplary, always delivered with warmth and care for their clients. We look forward to their continuing support for our Mum's future needs. Gianni Turcio2025-06-17Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Efficient, professional, excellent communication, always ready to help. Highly recommended. Beverley Gray2025-05-10Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Joe snd Jess made navigating and planning mums financial affairs easy . They were ethical , clear and timely in their communication, well versed in the aged care space and gave me a sense of trust and security . Engaging Progressive Financial saved my sanity not having to muddle through all the requirements and has placed mum is a great position moving forward . Highly recommended peter vassallo2025-04-02Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very professional and great service highly recommendedVerified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
Our experienced financial advisors in Melbourne work with you to create a thoughtful, structured estate plan. From managing assets to planning for future generations, we help ensure your wishes are clear and your legacy is protected.
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A will is a legal document prepared by your solicitor. Estate financial planning sets the strategy for how wealth passes – superannuation nominations, reversionary pensions, asset structures, and tax outcomes – and then your solicitor documents it.
Super usually sits outside your will. We help you decide who should receive super and pensions, how payments should be made, and what tax might apply so more of your savings reach the right people.
Yes. The way assets are owned and transferred can impact CGT and the tax on super death benefits. We design strategies that aim to minimise tax and keep more in your estate.
Yes. We create the financial plan and work with your solicitor to put wills, powers of attorney and any trust changes in place.
Review after major life events such as marriage, divorce, a new child or grandchild, selling a business, or receiving an inheritance. Otherwise, a review every two to three years is recommended.
Whether you’re updating nominations or building a complete strategy, our Melbourne team can help.
Call: 03 9600 9052
Email: enquiries@progressivefs.com.au
Office: Suite 28 / 2 Enterprise Drive, Bundoora, Melbourne VIC 3083
Opening Hours
Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sat–Sun: Closed