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Future Focus Financial Planning

5.0(47 reviews)See reviews ↓·Wollongong

About the company

Future Focus Financial Planning is a locally owned and operated financial planning firm based in Wollongong, with over 40 years combined experience in the Illawarra. Jarryd Vinton and Kevin McDonald are Principal Advisers/Directors at the firm. Jarryd Vinton has 20 years' experience in financial planning, holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Wollongong, and is a Certified Financial Planner®. Kevin McDonald has 15 years' experience in financial planning, holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Wollongong, and is a Certified Financial Planner® and an Accredited Aged Care Professional™.

Brittaney Rogers, Morgan Cowie, Clautelle Bautista, Lorraine Radzyner, and Laura Kaletta are Client Experience Officers with 12, 10, 3, 11, and 5 years of experience in financial planning or financial services, respectively. Future Focus Financial Planning Pty Ltd trades as Future Focus Financial Planning. Jarryd Vinton and Kevin McDonald are Authorised Representatives of Consultum Financial Advisers Pty Ltd. The firm specialises in values-based advice and values-based investing and offers holistic, comprehensive financial planning services.

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

In Wollongong, Future Focus Financial Planning has built a reputation through clients who describe long-standing relationships with its advisers. Kevin McDonald and Jarryd Vinton are named repeatedly, with reviewers praising the clarity of their explanations and their ability to make complex financial matters understandable. Several customers describe personalised retirement planning, ongoing support with superannuation and investment portfolios, and the reassurance of having their full financial picture taken into account. An observation shared by more than one reviewer is the responsive communication, with calls and emails returned promptly and questions answered thoroughly.

Reviewers also mention the thoroughness of annual reviews, the tailored nature of advice, and the patient, unhurried approach that leaves clients feeling informed rather than pressured. The handling of estate planning, life savings plans and ethical investment considerations is highlighted, along with the help provided to family members and friends. Clients repeatedly note the professionalism, transparency and diligence of the team, and the confidence they gain in their retirement outlook after working with the firm. The consistent theme is a customer-centric practice where individuals feel understood, supported and secure in the decisions they make about their financial future.

Future Focus Financial Planning — Customer photo
Future Focus Financial Planning — Customer photo

Reviews

Reviews are taken from publicly available sources.

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Con Prandalos12 January 2026

We have been a new client for over 12 months and the team at Future Focus deserve 5-stars. Their customer-centric approach to providing quality financial and retirement planning advice, enabled us to make clear and informed decisions with ease and confidence about our financial plans, goals, and future into retirement. Thank you Jarryd and the Future Focus team and look forward to your continued advice and support.

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Mark Mackay4 January 2026

We have been clients of Kevin McDonald and the team at Future Focus for many years. We have always lived in Queensland but this has never changed the quality of the service we receive. We are extremely happy with the advice and information that we are provided and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Future Focus for financial planning.

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Tammy Raikko4 January 2026

We have had an outstanding experience with Kevin. From our first meeting a few years back to date he has explained everything clearly and in a way we both understand. He has taken the time to understand our goals and and has put together a plan that is tailored to our situation. I can’t fault the staff at Future Focus. What really stands out is their professionalism, transparency and ongoing support. We have never felt rushed or pressured and the communication has been outstanding throughout the years. It’s reassuring knowing that we have somone knowledgeable and trustworthy looking after our financial future. Wouldn’t hesitate in recommending Future Focus to anyone who is looking for financial advice. Thank you ☺️

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sara doyle1 January 2026

The service I get from Jarryd and the team at Future Focus Financial Planning is excellent. I receive in-depth reviews about the performance of my investments and finances and always have my questions answered thoroughly and in a way I can understand. I feel very comfortable that my goals are understood and my full financial picture is taken into consideration. Jarryd and the team are extremely diligent, professional and knowledgable. I have every confidence in their advice.

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Sue Gilmore26 December 2025

Our financial adviser Kevin McDonald from Future Focus has been outstanding in advising us for our retirement. He explains everything clearly, listens to our concerns and always acts in our best interests. Thanks to his expertise we feel informed, supported and confident about the years ahead. We would highly recommend his services.

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Karyn Hamilton26 December 2025

Future Focus has been a huge help when looking for financial options which suit me and my needs. They have taken me through the process of setting up investments, life savings plans, estate planning, retirement outlook, superannuation, and disaster planning, taking a reassuringly thorough and guided approach for someone like myself who has little experience with investing and money. I appreciate their attention to details such as ethical considerations and big personal goals, with a "life first" feeling rather than just pushing towards maximising dollars for dollars' sake. Thanks guys, looking forward to continuing working with you in the future.

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Tanya Invernon23 December 2025

If you want personalised service tailored to your needs, then Jarryd and his Team are the people for you. That is what we get all year round. One of the great things about Jarryd, is that even though we have a formal yearly financial review he's there whenever we need further advice. He returns our calls or emails immediately along with the advice we have asked about. Even if the advice is for another family member or friend, he and his Team make the time to give advice or suggest several scenarios. Having Future Focus Financial Planning look after our Finances is such a peace of mind which allows us to do all the fun things in life. They have never let us down and if anything, they have helped us immensely in building wealth and preparing for retirement. We wouldn't be without them! Best investment ever!

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Contact
+61242583438www.futurefocusfp.com.auSmartSpace, Enterprise 1 Building Innovation Campus, Squires Way, North Wollongong NSW 2500
Working hours
Monday09:00–17:00
Tuesday09:00–17:00
Wednesday09:00–17:00
Thursday09:00–17:00
Friday09:00–17:00
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed