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Core Value Financial Advice

Core Value Financial Advice

5.0(65 reviews)See reviews ↓·Sydney

About the company

Core Value Financial Advice is a financial advisory practice with over 15 years of experience in aged care. The team specialises in helping families transition a loved one from home or hospital into aged care. Shane Lawler is the Managing Partner & Principal Adviser and holds a BSci, Adv Dip FS, Grd Dip AFI.

The practice serves Sydney, Northern Beaches, Eastern suburbs, Greater Western Sydney, Sutherland Shire and the greater Sydney region, and also operates in Melbourne, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Perth, and Adelaide. Core Value Financial Advice offers aged care financial advice, nursing home financial planning, aged care consulting, and nursing home consulting. Core Value Financial Advice is a trading name of Core Value FA Pty Ltd.

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

Families arranging residential care for a parent describe the guidance they receive from this practice as calm, clear and thoroughly informed, with complex rules around nursing home payments, Centrelink entitlements and out-year cost projections explained in terms they could readily follow. Shane is named frequently for his honesty, patience and willingness to understand each family's circumstances before suggesting any strategy, and reviewers note that he points people towards other professionals, including estate attorneys, when that better suits their situation.

Justine and Sherry also attract praise for their professionalism and steady communication, particularly when timeframes are tight and a parent is moving into care. Turnaround on information is described as quick and efficient, with follow-up support continuing after the initial meeting so that families feel guided while putting the recommended strategy into place.

A recurring theme is how the emotional weight of these decisions is eased by plain explanations of costs, benefits and available choices, giving adult children confidence about the financial implications of a loved one's care. The depth of knowledge across aged care and Centrelink matters, paired with a courteous and compassionate manner, runs through the accounts, along with an introductory conversation that several families say left them far better informed about which forms to complete and who could assist them further.

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Reviews

Reviews are taken from publicly available sources.

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Eleanor Ferrier25 June 2026

Our family used CoreValue to help us navigate the complexities of the aged care system and plan for our parents' future financial costs, both for residential care and independent living at home. Trying to navigate this unfamiliar system was extremely daunting, but employing Shane and the team provided immediate relief and clarity. His services were absolutely invaluable. The final presentation of the plan was highly professional; Shane clearly outlined the options, pros, and cons, and answered every question we had. The prompt follow-up support has also been incredibly reassuring. Shane and CoreValue turned a very stressful time into a much easier journey. Thank you for your outstanding expertise and support!

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Carlo Jenilian28 May 2026

I Had the absolute pleasure yesterday afternoon, talking with shane lawler,shane is such a curtious chap,very professional,his expertise in helping families,is second to none, it's such a honour meeting shane,as we are learning ourselves into the next phase of how everything works in aged care,I highly recommend shane as you won't be disappointed,thanks so much for all your help,it means a lot to us.

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Denise Corbett7 May 2026

Professional. Informative. Extremely helpful in navigating and understanding this challenging time. Was able to help us achieve Dad’s ultimate wishes and save us money doing it! Thank you Shane!

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Carly D23 April 2026

We've had a great experience with Core Value Financial during a fairly stressful time. Shane and his team are responsive, knowledgeable and experienced in navigating aged care finance. I would recommend them if you are trying to make important decisions about the care of loved ones and the financial implications that underpin it all. Thanks again Shane and also Sherry for your help.

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Melissa Miscevich15 April 2026

There is so much information and misinformation about aged care and it's hard to know what to do or who to trust when seeking advice. Within 10 mins of our free introductory chat, Shane alleviated our concerns, told us what forms to complete and provided a contact who can help us further. His motto is not to take a client unless he can help them. In our case, Shane explained we didn't need his services but he still gave us very helpful and informative advice. If/when we require further financial advice we will be heading straight to Shane. Great customer service and not dodgy 😊

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Francesca Lahey9 April 2026

Shane was lovely! And honest! After listening to my situation and thoroughly hearing me, he expressed great industry knowledge, providing insights as well as advice that I may be served better by an estate attorney. I was incredibly appreciative of Shane’s advice and his approach. I would definitely recommend his services to anyone navigating the aged care process and needing financial advice.

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John Madelly12 December 2025

With a very tight timeframe for my parents moving into residential care, Shane and his people responded quickly with detailed advice. They provided a summary which cut across the complexity which is the aged care system but also backed it up with details on costs and out-year projections. Their follow-up support has been quick and efficient. I look forward to more conversations as we implement their recommended strategy.

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Contact
+61290511564www.corevalue.com.au/sydney264 George St, Sydney NSW 2000
Working hours
Monday08:30–17:00
Tuesday08:30–17:00
Wednesday08:30–17:00
Thursday08:30–17:00
Friday08:30–17:00
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed