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Sunshine Coast Financial Consultants

FAA Group Australia has guided individuals, families, and businesses across Maroochydore and the wider Sunshine Coast for over 30 years providing licensed consulting across SMSF, accounting, investments, retirement, and beyond.

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Three Decades of Trusted Financial Consulting in Australia

FAA Group Australia has delivered comprehensive consulting services to Sunshine Coast clients since 1993. Operating as an authorised representative under Lifespan Financial Planning Pty Ltd (AFSL 229892), and holding an Australian Credit Licence (ACL 388789), every recommendation we make is subject to the highest regulatory standards enforced by ASIC.

Our financial consultant Sunshine Coast take a whole-of-client approach — integrating tax, super, insurance, investment, and estate planning into a single, coherent strategy.

Why FAA Group

Five Reasons Clients Choose Our Consultants

We hold AFSL 229892 through Lifespan Financial Planning and ACL 388789 — meaning every recommendation meets ASIC's financial advice standards and the Corporations Act 2001. Verifiable, transparent, accountable.

Founded in 1993, FAA Group has navigated multiple market cycles for Sunshine Coast clients. Longevity in financial consulting signals trust and experience. MoneySmart: what to look for in an adviser →

SMSF, tax, insurance, investment, property, and retirement — all under one roof. We eliminate the complexity of managing multiple advisers. See the ATO's SMSF guidance for an example of the specialist complexity we manage on your behalf.

Based in Maroochydore, we serve 20+ Sunshine Coast communities. Local consulting means advice shaped by local conditions, local property dynamics, and local client relationships built over decades.

As AFSL licensees, our consultants operate under ASIC's best interests duty — a legal obligation to prioritise your financial wellbeing, not sales commissions.

What We Do

Financial Consultant Services Across the Sunshine Coast

A fully integrated suite of consulting services for individuals, families, and businesses — serving Maroochydore, Buderim, Mooloolaba, and all surrounding communities.

SMSF Administration

Full lifecycle management of your Self-Managed Super Fund — annual compliance, ATO reporting, auditing, investment strategy, and pension commencement structuring.

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Accounting & Taxation

Personal and business tax returns, BAS preparation, bookkeeping, and strategic tax planning — keeping you compliant and minimising your ATO obligations.

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Employee Benefits Program

Custom employee benefits packages — novated leasing, salary sacrifice, and workplace super — helping Sunshine Coast employers attract and retain talent.

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Finance

As an ACL 388789 licensee, we assist with home loans, investment property finance, and business credit — comparing options across lenders to suit your needs.

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Investments

Evidence-based portfolio construction across shares, managed funds, ETFs, and alternatives — aligned to your risk profile, time horizon, and financial goals.

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Personal Insurance

Life, TPD, trauma, and income protection insurance — assessed against your actual risk exposure and structured to genuinely protect your family and income.

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Property

Investment property strategy, residential purchases, and SMSF property are integrated into your broader financial consultant Sunshine Coast plan with due regard to tax, leverage, and diversification.

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Retirement Planning

Personalised retirement income strategies — super drawdown optimisation, account-based pension structuring, and Centrelink entitlement planning for Sunshine Coast clients.

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Salary Packaging & Admin

Pre-tax income redirection via our Excelsior Plan and Excelsior Program — structured salary packaging for eligible employees in healthcare, education, and charity sectors.

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Questions About Our Consulting Services

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What consulting services does FAA Group Australia provide?

FAA Group Australia provides a comprehensive range of licensed consulting services including SMSF administration, accounting and taxation, investments, personal insurance, property strategy, retirement planning, salary packaging, and employee benefits programs. We've served individuals, families, and businesses across the Sunshine Coast since 1993, operating under AFSL 229892 and ACL 388789.

Is FAA Group Australia licensed to provide consulting in Queensland?

Yes. FAA Group provides financial consulting services as an authorised representative under Lifespan Financial Planning Pty Ltd (AFSL 229892). Credit consulting is provided under Australian Credit Licence (ACL) 388789. Our ABN is 69 006 908 176, verifiable at the Australian Business Register.

Which areas on the Sunshine Coast does FAA Group Australia serve?

We serve clients across Maroochydore, Buderim, Mooloolaba, Bli Bli, Buddina, Tanawha, Mons, Kunda Park, Forest Glen, Twin Waters, Marcoola, Mudjimba, Parrearra, Diddillibah, Pacific Paradise, Sippy Downs, Alexandra Headland, Kiels Mountain, Mountain Creek, and the broader Sunshine Coast. Appointments are available in-person or remotely.

How do I set up or manage an SMSF on the Sunshine Coast?

FAA Group's SMSF consulting service covers the full process — trust establishment, ATO registration, compliance, annual auditing, and pension structuring. The ATO provides detailed SMSF guidance. We recommend speaking with our consultants before deciding if an SMSF suits your situation.

What is salary packaging and am I eligible?

Salary packaging allows eligible employees to redirect pre-tax income to approved benefits, reducing taxable income and increasing take-home pay. Eligibility depends on your employer and role — it's particularly advantageous in healthcare, education, and charity sectors. FAA Group's Excelsior Plan and Excelsior Program are structured consulting solutions for eligible clients. Contact us to check your eligibility.

How can your consultants help me plan for retirement in Queensland?

Our retirement consultants build personalised income strategies for Sunshine Coast clients — covering super drawdown sequencing, account-based pension structures, tax-effective withdrawal strategies, and Centrelink Age Pension entitlement planning. ASIC's MoneySmart offers free retirement income guidance as a starting point.

How do I get started with FAA Group Australia?

Call us on 1300 49 11 41, submit the form on this page, or visit our office at Suite 3-7, Level 5, Tower 2 / 55 Plaza Parade, Maroochydore QLD 4558. We'll arrange an initial consultation to understand your goals — no obligation to proceed.

Do your consultants provide investment advice?

Yes. As AFSL-licensed consultants, FAA Group provides investment advice across shares, managed funds, ETFs, fixed income, and property — including within SMSF structures. All recommendations are evidence-based and tailored to your risk profile and time horizon. MoneySmart explains investment basics and risks.

Our Maroochydore Office

FAA Group Australia

Suite 3-7, Level 5, Tower 2
55 Plaza Parade, Maroochydore QLD 4558

Located in central Maroochydore, approximately 400 metres north of Sunshine Plaza Shopping Centre, with paid parking available in-building and on-street.

Office Hours

Monday – Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday – Sunday: By appointment