Thaveesh Palapathwala

For many ambitious professionals in Melbourne, superannuation is one of the largest assets on the balance sheet—yet the least actively managed. Small changes to contributions, investment mix and fees compound over decades into meaningful after-tax outcomes. This guide outlines the key levers high-income earners often miss and how to use them within current ATO rules. […]

Many high-income professionals leave superannuation in the “later” basket. That’s a costly habit. Super is one of the most powerful after-tax wealth vehicles available in Australia. A clear 10-year plan can do more for your retirement than tinkering at the edges of your portfolio. This is a practical framework you can follow and review annually. […]

When you earn well, product-led advice can quietly work against you. Commissions, bundled platforms, and opaque pricing introduce incentives that may conflict with your interests. Fee-for-service flips that dynamic: you pay for expertise, not product placement. Here’s what that looks like in practice and why it matters for high-income professionals in Melbourne. What “fee-for-service” really […]

Most portfolios are built around headline returns. But your life isn’t paid for with gross figures, it’s paid for with after-tax, after-fee results. The difference between the two compounds quietly over time, and for high-income professionals in Melbourne it can be the difference between “comfortable” and “free”. This piece is a clear, practical framework for […]

Running a successful business does not automatically translate into personal wealth. In fact, many business owners are so focused on building their business that they neglect to build their own financial foundation. Revenue grows. Clients are happy. The team is expanding. But when it comes to personal finances, there is no structure. At Obsidian, we […]

Many Australians believe that property equals freedom. Owning multiple investment properties has long been seen as the benchmark of financial success. But the reality is, owning property does not always mean you are financially free. In fact, it can often mean the opposite. It is entirely possible to be asset rich and cashflow poor. On […]