Each Federal Budget introduces policy changes that may influence the financial landscape for Australians approaching retirement. While annual Budget announcements often attract attention for immediate measures and headline figures, their […]
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Retirement at 60 once represented a relatively predictable milestone within Australian financial planning discussions. Longer life expectancy, evolving lifestyle expectations, and changing economic conditions have significantly reshaped that assumption. Retirement
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When people think about retirement readiness, the conversation usually starts with money. Will my assets last? How much income can I sustainably draw? They are important questions. But they are
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Retirement planning rarely unravels for the dramatic reasons people imagine. It’s usually the quieter factors, often behavioural and unintentional, that have the biggest impact over time. In our conversations, a
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The FIRE movement: Financial Independence, Retire Early, has captured global attention over the last decade. Originating in the US, FIRE is about saving and investing aggressively so you can step
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The Federal Government has passed the Aged Care Act 2024, introducing the most significant reforms to Australia’s aged care system in over a decade. Designed to improve quality, fairness, and sustainability, these changes will affect both home care and residential aged care fees and will take effect from 1 November 2025.
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Retirement planning is rarely straightforward, and when one partner reaches Age Pension age before the other, the rules can feel even more complicated. But with the right strategies, couples can often qualify for more and make their money go further without compromising on lifestyle.
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Retirement is not just an endpoint; it is a significant life transition that requires thoughtful planning. For many Australians, one of the most critical stages in this journey is moving from the accumulation phase, when you’re building your super, to the pension phase, when you start drawing an income from your savings.
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As $3.5–$5 trillion in intergenerational wealth shifts hands, learn how smart inheritance planning in WA can safeguard your legacy and avoid legal risks.
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Advice regarding income tax considerations for wealth accumulation needs to very personalised, as do the investments selected.
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With proper planning and smart use of available strategies, early retirement can be much more achievable than it initially appears.
Each quarter, ASFA updates a guide that outlines how much singles and couples need to spend in retirement to enjoy either a modest or comfortable lifestyle.
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New aged care rules will take effect from 1 July 2025 that may add complexity in understanding aged care fees and making informed financial decisions.
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Usually, you can only fill gaps in your NI history up to 6 years, but there is currently a window of opportunity until 5 April 2025 where you can fill up to 16 years.
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