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I am looking at downsizing into a retirement village. I am 70 and on a full Age pension. What am I able to do with the residual of money to keep my pension?
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Financial planning

Take control of your retirement finances: The free ATO resource you didn’t know about

Take control of your retirement finances: The free ATO resource you didn’t know about

Find precise details on contributions, balances and importantly, how close you are to the various annual thresholds using this tool.
At the heart of Village Guru is the Village Essentials Report which provides downsizers with the information they need to understand and compare the costs of moving to a village. Image source: Getty
Considering a Retirement Village

The retirement village fee comparison tool you didn’t know existed

The retirement village fee comparison tool you didn’t know existed

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Age Pension

From new rates to increased eligibility: Upcoming changes to the Age Pension you need to know

From new rates to increased eligibility: Upcoming changes to the Age Pension you need to know

Money expert explains how some seniors might qualify for a part-pension for the first time while others are likely to see a big lift in their fortnightly pensions.
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Financial planning

Do you have enough money to retire?

Do you have enough money to retire?

Wealth and aged care specialist, Rodney Horin, talks about six critical questions to ask yourself when considering retirement ask themselves.
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Everyday money

Improve your money skills with these 7 tips

Improve your money skills with these 7 tips

A lack of financial literacy (aka money skills) can be embarrassing but it can also be disastrous when decisions about wealth are concerned.
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Experts

Budgeting tips to get the most out of your pension

Budgeting tips to get the most out of your pension

When it comes to pension planning, there are a number of tips, tricks, concessions and cost-cuts that could help you to create the retirement of your dreams.
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Investment

Is property the ‘go-to investment vehicle’ for retirees to generate wealth?

Is property the ‘go-to investment vehicle’ for retirees to generate wealth?

When it comes to property investment, there are both enticing benefits and important downsides you must consider.
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Experts

The costly mistake SMSF trustees are making and how to avoid it

The costly mistake SMSF trustees are making and how to avoid it

This expert emphasises the need to hold insurance policies "on behalf of" a SMSF to avoid tax implications and stress during insurance claims.
Shares and stocks can be a potentially beneficial way to grow your retirement savings, but it’s important to approach them with caution and a long-term mindset while weighing up the pros and cons. Source: Getty Images.
Retirement Income

Exploring shares and stocks as a sound investment option for retirees

Exploring shares and stocks as a sound investment option for retirees

Starts at 60 conducts an in-depth analysis of key factors to help you determine if shares and stocks are the right investment option for you.

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