Bec Wilson
Bec Wilson is the author of How To Have An Epic Retirement and writes a weekly newsletter for pre- and post-retirees at epicretirement.net.
Opinion
Ageing
How do you know when you’re ready to retire?
It used to be that knowing when to retire was a relatively simple calculation, but these days its much more complex.
- by Bec Wilson
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Opinion
Retirement living
Why these are the four biggest barriers to a secure retirement
Just 51 per cent of adult Australians have not sought out any information on preparing for retirement. It’s a number that makes me a bit mad.
- by Bec Wilson
Opinion
Superannuation
The sweet spot: How to get the most from your super and the pension
There’s a new way to find the point where super earnings and the pension intersect to help you attain maximum earning capacity in retirement.
- by Bec Wilson
Opinion
Superannuation
What does it mean to be retirement ready?
Here are the levers you should start with to take charge of your retirement.
- by Bec Wilson
Opinion
Superannuation
Three of the biggest retirement myths, busted
A few beliefs about retirement seem to persistently buzz around, no matter how much we try to swat them away.
- by Bec Wilson
Opinion
Renting
Four tough truths about renting and retirement
A frequent goal for a comfortable retirement is owning your home outright. But for many, that’s a goal that’s out of reach.
- by Bec Wilson
Opinion
Ageing
The truth about why we’re working for longer in retirement
Retirement is being redefined. It’s no longer about stopping work; it’s about managing and balancing your money, health and happiness in a way that suits you.
- by Bec Wilson
Opinion
Retirement living
Nervous about retiring? You might be better off than you think
There is a legion of pre-retirees and midlifers in Australia who are above average in the wealth stakes, yet still don’t feel as secure as they should.
- by Bec Wilson
Opinion
Superannuation
These are the best super funds for when you retire
Retirement-phase superannuation funds almost always outperform their counterparts, but the data on them can be hard to find. Here’s what you need to know.
- by Bec Wilson
Opinion
Financial planners
Your three biggest retirement advice questions, answered
Getting financial advice without paying for it is a national pastime in the lead up to retirement. Here are the three most common things people want to know.
- by Bec Wilson
Should retirees have to use their homes to fund their retirements?
Most Australians facing retirement today don’t have enough in super but what they do have is a large family home.
- by Bec Wilson
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