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How do I know if I have enough money to retire?
If you’re unable to enlist the help of a financial planner, there are some methods you can do yourself to get an idea of how much you’ll need.
- Paul Benson
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I’m retired and sick of strata fees. Should I sell up and rent instead?
The costs that come with owning an apartment such as special levies and strata fees can quickly build up.
- Paul Benson
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Should I invest my savings in shares or super?
Working out where to allocate a big chunk of cash can be tricky, but it’s important to think about the long-term implications.
- Noel Whittaker
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How can we get the best return for our kids’ savings?
If you want to get better returns outside a simple savings account, you’re going to have to take on some level of risk.
- Paul Benson
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Can I withdraw from my super to avoid the proposed $3m tax?
The calculation for the new $3 million super tax can be difficult to wrap your head around. But there’s a simple bottom line.
- Noel Whittaker
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I’m in my early 20s. Should I buy an investment property?
Young people are constantly encouraged to get on the property ladder, but sometimes we can forget just how hard a decision it is.
- Paridhi Jain
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I’m close to retirement. Should I change how my super is invested?
With retirement on the horizon, it can feel like the sky is falling. But there’s no reason to panic.
- Paul Benson
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Why won’t my bank let me buy from a trusted crypto exchange?
Despite a boom in crypto investment, Australian banks still maintain a cautious approach.
- Noel Whittaker
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Can I stop my ex-husband from misusing our son’s school savings?
Assets that belonged to both of you as a couple will be included in any financial settlement, so there may not be much you can do.
- Paul Benson
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Do I have to pay tax on my redundancy payout?
If you are being paid out unused annual leave as part of your redundancy, you’ll have to pay tax. But there are ways to reduce how much you pay.
- Noel Whittaker
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