We have come so far with equality so let’s celebrate, but not forget that this started as a protest more than thirty-years-ago.

I often forget the power of being “gay” as  I am not generally one to put a label on people, particularly myself.  But there is great value of dealing with other professionals who understand the joy, and also some of the challenges that come with being in our community.   I met with a client last week who has been reading my articles.  This was exciting in itself, I often wonder if my words of wisdom around money are read, so thank you for reading.

My client said a pretty powerful thing, ‘I am glad that you will understand my circumstance without my need to explain or without fear of judgement’. I thought this was guaranteed with any professional, but we still have a way to go!

Seeing a financial professional is an experience that could result in anxiety. This from my experience is mostly to do with putting your cards on the table and “outing” yourself about your current financial position and even more confronting is the experience of “outing” yourself to someone else about your dreams, goals and plans for the future.  ‘Will someone else understand me?’ ‘Do I have enough or have I done enough?’

The hard part here is that nothing changes, if nothing changes.  If you have some goals, are approaching a new stage in your life, or just want to ensure you can achieve the outcomes you want, it is often a good time to review your position and see if you could be doing something to enhance it.  

Everyone’s situation is different so make sure any professional advisers you deal with honour this.

With honour and equality on my mind, my best friends are having a wedding soon, and I want to take this opportunity to spread the love and wish Sue and Julia all the best on their special day!  My protest this Mardi Gras, is to use “wedding” as a word to express the ceremony and commitment of love any couple has for each other! Happy MG!

Scott Malcolm is Director of Money Mechanics (Australia ACT: Tel: 02 6257 5557) who are authorised to provide financial advice through PATRON Financial Advice AFSL 307379.

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