Meet Sharon McAlister

Financial Adviser
  • FSP Number: FSP36283

Professional Summary

Sharon brings a wealth of experience from both the mortgage and insurance industries to her Insurance Adviser role. With a deep understanding of the financial landscape, Sharon is dedicated to delivering exceptional service tailored to each client’s unique needs.

Sharon excels in building strong relationships, recognising that every client’s situation is distinct. She takes the time to understand their individual needs and preferences, providing tailored insurance solutions that best suit their circumstances. Her personalised approach ensures clients receive thoughtful, well-informed advice.

As a Registered Financial Adviser and a member of KAN Adviser Network and Financial Advice New Zealand, Sharon is well-equipped to guide clients through the complexities of selecting the right insurance policies for their family or business. Her commitment to excellence in client service and comprehensive insurance knowledge makes her a trusted partner in protecting what matters most.

Areas of Specialisation

Sharon advises clients on health and medical insurance, helping them understand the options available and select cover that reflects their health circumstances, family situation and budget. With New Zealand’s public health system under ongoing pressure, access to private health cover can make a meaningful difference to outcomes and waiting times. Sharon helps clients navigate the policy landscape with clarity and confidence.

Sharon provides advice on life insurance, trauma cover and total and permanent disability insurance – the core protection products that ensure a client’s family or dependants are financially secure in the event of serious illness, injury or death. She takes a careful, needs-based approach to assessing appropriate cover levels, ensuring clients are neither underinsured nor paying for cover they do not require.

For clients whose financial commitments depend on their ability to earn an income, Sharon provides advice on income protection and mortgage protection insurance – products designed to maintain cashflow and protect against the financial consequences of an unexpected inability to work. Her background in the mortgage industry gives her a grounded understanding of the financial pressures clients face when income is disrupted.

Experience and Background

Sharon’s experiences gives her a broad perspective of personal risk. She understands what clients stand to lose when the unexpected happens, and what proper protection looks like in practice.

As a Registered Financial Adviser and member of KAN Adviser Network and Financial Advice New Zealand, Sharon operates within a professional framework that prioritises ongoing education, ethical practice, and client-first advice. Her membership of these bodies reflects a deliberate commitment to maintaining the standards her clients expect and deserve.

At Threefold, Sharon works closely alongside mortgage advisers and KiwiSaver specialists, ensuring clients who are navigating major financial decisions (such as purchasing a home or planning for retirement) have the protection side of their financial picture properly considered at the same time.

Who Sharon Works Best With

Sharon is well suited to working with:

  • Individuals and families reviewing or setting up personal risk insurance for the first time
  • Homeowners wanting to ensure their mortgage obligations are protected against unexpected events
  • Clients who have recently purchased a home and need to consider their wider insurance needs
  • Business owners and self-employed professionals assessing their personal risk exposure
  • Clients who want a thorough, transparent review of their existing insurance policies
  • Anyone seeking clear, jargon-free guidance on what cover they actually need and why

Advice is tailored to each client’s individual circumstances, financial position and risk profile.

Regulatory Status

Sharon McAlister is a Registered Financial Adviser operating under FSP36283. She is a member of KAN Adviser Network and Financial Advice New Zealand. Financial advice is provided in accordance with New Zealand financial services regulation and professional standards.

Ayla Cortez
August 11, 2025
Meg Whitehead
February 26, 2025
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