Retirement living
Opinion
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I’m recently divorced. Should I pay off my mortgage or boost my super?
There are two simple things you need to aim for at retirement: enough money to live on and a property to live in. Working out which to prioritise can be hard.
- by Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon
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Analysis
Analysis
Retiree, beware: New residential village model charges more the longer you live
One retirement village company has come up with a solution for residents who stay longer than the average nine years: just keep charging them.
- by Rachel Lane
Opinion
Opinion
Why you should think twice about retiring early
Most people who aim for retirement in their forties or even early fifties find that when they get there, it isn’t what they are looking for at all.
- by Bec Wilson
Opinion
Superannuation
Three ways your boss could be raiding your super
Super has changed a bit recently. Here’s how to check you’re getting paid what you’re owed.
- by Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon
Opinion
Money & relationships
Are you guilty of these five midlife money myths?
It can feel easy to take financial shortcuts as you get older. But these myths will stop you from having a healthier, wealthier and wiser retirement.
- by Bec Wilson
Opinion
Superannuation
Have you heard of retirement bonuses? Here’s how to get one
Some super funds are paying out up to $22,000 to those ending their work lives. Here’s how that works.
- by Bec Wilson
Modern Guru
Good Weekend
After 42 years of teaching, I’ve grown to dislike people – and just want me-time. OK?
You’ve earned the right to dislike humanity for the rest of your life, writes our Modern Guru.
- by Danny Katz
Opinion
Opinion
How to retire sooner with less (and still be comfortable)
Here’s what to consider if you want to retire before you reach age pension age but don’t have a big superannuation balance.
- by Bec Wilson
Opinion
Opinion
There are four types of modern retirees. Which one are you?
Retirement age and the concept of retirement in Australia is changing dramatically, and there are four distinct approaches emerging.
- by Bec Wilson
Opinion
Opinion
Six financial foundations you need in place (long) before retiring
When you look at people retiring comfortably today, it’s easy to see what the most important foundations of a happy retirement are.
- by Bec Wilson
Series
Superannuation
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.