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Our six-week Gen Super series takes an in-depth look at superannuation across the generations, from Gen Alphas to Baby Boomers – and beyond.

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Self-managed super funds own $49 billion in residential property.

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
Your 50s and 60s are the perfect time to review, boost and protect your super savings.
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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
Many Gen Xers, now in their 40s and 50s, have also become part of what some demographers call the ‘Sandwich generation’.

Gen Xers, it’s time for some superannuation housekeeping

While retirement may increasingly seem a far-off illusion, spend a few minutes daydreaming and then do some fact-finding.

  • by Emma Koehn
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Millennials have been contributing to super for 10 or 20 years at this point, so it’s time to lift the lid on what you’re invested in.

Why Millennials should picture themselves (and their super) at 60

While retirement may still feel decades away, there are three things Millennial workers should be doing now to get their super fighting fit.

  • by Emma Koehn
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Gen Z workers: A few minutes now could save you thousands for retirement

If you’re just starting out in the workplace, it might be tricky to get enthused by your super. But taking the time now can pay off massively later.

  • by Emma Koehn
Starting your first job? It’s time to think about retirement

Starting your first job? It’s time to think about retirement

Australia’s youngest workers are starting to build gold mines – but there’s a strong chance they don’t even realise it.

  • by Emma Koehn
The average woman still typically retires with a quarter less super than her male counterpart.
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Superannuation calculator: Find out how much you’ll have when you retire

Your superannuation is one of the most important investments you’ll make in your lifetime. Get on top of it with our new superannuation calculator.

How to strengthen your superannuation
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Super Fit: how to get your superannuation into better shape

Expert tips and advice on creating the healthiest possible super balance so that you can have a comfortable retirement.

There’s a point where super earnings and the pension intersect to help you attain maximum earning capacity in retirement.
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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
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Taking control of your financial future starts with getting to know your super.
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Super and the gender gap: closing the retirement savings divide

Women generally retire with less money than men. But individuals can take action to close the gap.

  • by Simon Webster

Original URL: https://www.watoday.com.au/money/super-and-retirement/gen-super-20240923-p5kctw.html