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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.

Three of the biggest retirement myths, busted

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

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Four tough truths about renting and retirement
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
The truth about why we’re working for longer in retirement
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
Nervous about retiring? You might be better off than you think

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
These are the best super funds for when you retire

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
Your three biggest retirement advice questions, answered

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.

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Should retirees have to use their homes to fund their retirements?

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
Why you should think twice about retiring early

Why you should think twice about retiring early

Most people who aim for retirement in their forties or even early fifties find that when they get there, it isn’t what they are looking for at all.

  • by Bec Wilson
Are you guilty of these five midlife money myths?

Are you guilty of these five midlife money myths?

It can feel easy to take financial shortcuts as you get older. But these myths will stop you from having a healthier, wealthier and wiser retirement.

  • by Bec Wilson
Have you heard of retirement bonuses? Here’s how to get one

Have you heard of retirement bonuses? Here’s how to get one

Some super funds are paying out up to $22,000 to those ending their work lives. Here’s how that works.

  • by Bec Wilson
How to retire happy and still leave your kids an inheritance

How to retire happy and still leave your kids an inheritance

Many modern retirees are feeling tremendous pressure to pass money onto their children and grandchildren. Here’s how to manage expectations.

  • by Bec Wilson

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