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Putting your inheritance somewhere it can’t easily be accessed – such as superannuation – could be a good move.

Do you have enough super to retire? You may need less than you think

Compared to 2022, Australians think they need 20 per cent more in their nest egg to quit work. But new estimates show many may overestimate the amount needed.

  • Cindy Yin

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A tax imbalance in your relationship doesn’t have to sink your retirement.

I pay more tax than my husband. Will that affect our pension?

There are numerous factors for couples to consider when they start to get towards pensionable age.

  • Noel Whittaker

Don’t worry, you’ll have enough in retirement … with one big proviso

Those retiring in coming years – particularly those who own their own home – won’t just be comfortable, they’ll be rolling in it.

  • Ross Gittins
Rising markets can cause problems when it comes to calculating your pension.

Our $900,000 share portfolio keeps rising. How do we save our pension?

Changing how your furniture is valued can give you a bit of wriggle room when it comes to calculating your pension.

  • Noel Whittaker
Each year Australians collectively miss out on $3 billion in pension entitlements, and there’s no way to get that money back.

Putting off applying for the pension? It could cost you $20,000

Australians miss out on $3 billion in pension entitlements every year - and there’s no way to get that money back.

  • Kaye Fallick
Early inheritances are well and good, but make sure you don’t regret gifting away money you might have actually needed.

Thinking of gifting the grandkids some money? Check this first

While the intention of gifting is often to help family members, you need to make sure that you don’t rob Peter to pay Paul.

  • Rachel Lane
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Over 70? It’s not too late to sort out your finances

Conventional wisdom says to build a nest egg as early as possible, but good financial planning is just as important after retirement.

  • Dominic Powell
Incoming changes to the aged care system could see prices significantly increase.

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.

  • Rachel Lane
Your 50s and 60s are the perfect time to review, boost and protect your super savings.

Retirement sneaking up? Here are three super boosters

Your 50s and 60s are the perfect time to review, boost and protect your super savings.

  • Emma Koehn
The majority of households plan to save the extra money from upcoming income tax cuts and energy bill relief.

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.

  • Bec Wilson

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