We Help Australians Take Control of Their Money
Started in 2019, luminarytos grew from a simple idea: most people don't need complicated financial products. They need clarity on where their money goes and practical ways to keep more of it.
We work with families, small businesses, and individuals across Australia who want straightforward advice about managing costs without the usual jargon or upselling.
How We Got Here
Our founder, Isla Pemberton, spent fifteen years in corporate finance watching people make the same mistakes. Not because they were careless, but because nobody explained things in plain English.
In 2019, she left that world and opened a small office in Bankstown. The goal was simple: help people understand their expenses and find realistic ways to reduce them. No complex investment schemes. No promises of overnight wealth.
Six years later, we've worked with over 800 clients. Some saved a few hundred dollars a year. Others restructured their business expenses and saved thousands. The common thread? They all got honest assessments and practical steps they could actually follow.
What Guides Our Work
Plain Talk
Financial advice shouldn't require a dictionary. We explain things like we're talking to a friend, not testifying in court.
Real Numbers
We base recommendations on your actual spending patterns and income, not theoretical models that ignore how life really works.
No Pressure
You won't get a sales pitch. If a service doesn't fit your situation, we'll tell you straight away and suggest what might work better.
Who You'll Work With
Isla Pemberton
Founder & Cost Management Advisor
Former corporate finance manager who left the industry to provide transparent advice. Specializes in expense audits for small businesses and families.
Rowan Blackwood
Senior Cost Analyst
Joined in 2021 after working in retail banking. Focuses on subscription analysis and utility cost reduction strategies for households.
Our Approach
Collaborative & Practical
Every client works directly with an advisor who takes time to understand their specific situation before making any suggestions.
What You Can Expect
When you contact us, there's no automated response or form letter. You'll speak with someone who'll ask about your situation and explain whether we can help.
If we take you on as a client, we'll review your expenses line by line, explain what we find, and suggest specific changes. Some clients meet with us once and implement the changes themselves. Others prefer ongoing support as they adjust their spending habits.
Either way works for us. The point is giving you information and options, not locking you into some long-term contract.
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