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Coastal Advisory Australia - Melbourne

5.0(11 reviews)See reviews ↓·Melbourne

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

Melbourne clients of Coastal Advisory Australia describe enduring relationships with adviser Matthew, several noting engagements spanning five to eight years or more. Reviewers repeatedly mention his professional manner, extensive expertise across financial services and calm, measured judgment, particularly around portfolio management, retirement planning and insurance. The capacity to make complicated strategies straightforward and easy to follow comes up often, with customers saying they feel confident and well educated about the guidance they receive.

Joshua Parrott is named for investment guidance and help with organising income in retirement following a home downsizing. Melinda also receives praise for attentive service, with requests described as never being too much. Reliability and consistent communication feature across the accounts, as does a sense of trust in the firm's recommendations over the long term. Clients characterise the experience as smooth and efficient, and describe the adviser as personable, patient and honest, giving them confidence in their financial roadmap and future plans. The recurring theme is a partnership that lasts, with the same adviser guiding major decisions and everyday questions alike.

Reviews

Reviews are taken from publicly available sources.

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Jules Akrigg9 August 2026

Matthew has been our financial planning advisor for 5 years now. He is professional, knowledgeable and has our financial interests at the heart of everything he does for us. We would highly recommend Matthew and the team at Coastal Advisory Australia if you’re looking for someone who listens, is patient when you’re a little confused (like we’ve sometimes been) and provides an excellent service to help plan your future.

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Glenn Ellingworth5 August 2026

Working with Matthew Smith has been incredibly valuable for us, especially when navigating significant financial decisions, retirement planning and insurances. He has a talent for breaking down complex financial strategies into straightforward, easy-to-understand steps. Matthew genuinely has our interests at heart, and we feel incredibly confident in our financial roadmap thanks to his guidance. Five stars.

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Paul Burke4 August 2026

Matthew and Melinda have provided outstanding service to me for many years. My requests have never been too much for them and I have been well educated by them to ensure that I understand the advice I have been given. I would recommend them highly.

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C Bower31 July 2026
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Susie Ellingworth29 July 2026

We’ve worked with Matt for over eight years, and he’s been fantastic. A great financial advisor, he has a great depth of knowledge and steady judgment. His portfolio management has consistently driven great returns, and his calm, measured advice keeps us focused on the big picture. We couldn't recommend him more highly.

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Mark Harrington17 July 2026

Matthew is a very professional and intelligent advisor, as well as being very personable and friendly

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Stephen Peatling4 July 2026

Matthew has been an outstanding financial adviser, providing expert advice, exceptional support and an impressive depth of knowledge in financial services. He takes the time to explain everything clearly, making what can seem complicated easy to understand and giving us confidence in every decision. Thanks to Matthew’s guidance, we now feel confident about our retirement plans and know we’re on the right path for the future. I highly recommend Matthew to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, trustworthy and genuinely caring financial adviser.

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Contact
+61396633031coastaladvisory.com.au/locations/melbourne136 Exhibition St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Working hours
Monday09:00–17:00
Tuesday09:00–17:00
Wednesday09:00–17:00
Thursday09:00–05:00
Friday09:00–17:00
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed