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A not-for-profit cooperative — The Australian Public Service Benevolent Society

The Australian Public Service Benevolent Society (APS Benefits) is a not-for-profit organisation that provides financial and personal services to local and national government, their families and friends.

The APS Benefits organisation’s services cover the range of financial requirements including: Tax and Accounting; Financial Planning; Mortgage Broking; General Insurance Broking; Personal Loans; Funeral Cover; Personal Loans; Wills & Estates; and Fixed Term Investments.

The APS Benefits family has earned the trust of over 27,000 members for over 107 years.

Richard Ferarro of APS Tax Accounting and Business Services is a Certified Practicing Accountant with over 25 years of experience. Whether you are setting up a business, or managing your superannuation fund, Richard provides expert and professional service.

Timothy Foster provides advice and information on the important financial decisions we all face, whether it is superannuation, investments, pre- and post-retirement planning, life insurance, gearing, managed funds or savings plans.

If it is Mortgage Brokerage you need, Sam Athan has over 40 years of experience in banking, access to 20 mortgage lenders, and he treats every mortgage as if it were his own.

Danielle Rowe heads up the Insurance team and, with more than 15 years insurance experience, she and her team are well positioned to provide advice to suits your needs.  For Home and Contents, Motor Vehicle, Boat/Caravan, Landlord, Income Protection, Life, Disability and Trauma insurance, contact Danielle and the team on 1300 131 809.

The APS Benefits Personal Loans team can assist members to obtain an unsecured loan, or you can apply online at www.apsbs.com.au. APS members can also gain immediate funeral cover up to $15,000 (age dependant), for as low as $2.60 per week.

APS can also assist you in all matters relating to Wills, probates and estate administration and provide a Fixed Term Investment that allows you to compound your interest and provide a regular revenue stream.

For further information on the APS Benefits family and our range of not-for-profit financial and personal services, phone 1300 131 809 or visit www.apsbs.com.au

*Copy supplied by APS Benefits

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