Retirement living
Opinion
Opinion
There’s more to a happy early retirement than $73,000 a year
There are three keys to happiness: someone to love, something to do and some things to look forward to. And that makes for a pretty sound retirement template.
- by Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon
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Opinion
Superannuation
Retirement is difficult and unaffordable. Our super funds must step up
We’ve known for years that retirement is complex, but a recent report, backed by over a decade of longitudinal data, shows just how much the ground has shifted.
- by Bec Wilson
Opinion
Opinion
The retirement income solution more people should consider
Not putting all your eggs in one basket is a time-honoured proverb, one people adhere to when investing – but less so when it comes to retirement income.
- by Robert Cahill
Opinion
Ask an expert
How do I plan for retirement when I don’t know what I’ll inherit?
It can be helpful to have a conversation with your parents about their intentions for their estate, which can make planning easier.
- by Paul Benson
Analysis
Aged care
How you could save $200,000 on aged care this year
Moving into aged care before January 1 could be an immense financial coup, if you can manage it.
- by Rachel Lane
You’ve spent your life building wealth - here’s how to protect it
After decades of saving for your future, stretching those savings for as long as possible can be a challenge.
- by Emma Koehn
Analysis
Superannuation
Retirement sneaking up? Here are three super boosters
Your 50s and 60s are the perfect time to review, boost and protect your super savings.
- by Emma Koehn
Analysis
Aged care
A cheaper retirement option? What to know about serviced apartments
Serviced apartments can be cheaper upfront, but they may cost you more down the line.
- by Rachel Lane
Australia’s retirement system has a big blind spot
Australia has dropped out of the top spot in the Asia Pacific when it comes to how well countries help their retirees manage their savings, and there’s a good reason why.
- by Bec Wilson
Will a share transfer after death trigger a tax trap?
Generally, when an asset changes ownership, a capital gains tax assessment is triggered. But there are exceptions.
- by Paul Benson
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