Financial planning

While property investment is an exciting option, there are crucial factors that need to be considered before diving head first into this investment option. Source: Getty Images.

Investment

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.

Written byMatthew Hart

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.

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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.

Written byMatthew Hart

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

Choosing the right retirement income calculator for your needs

Choosing the right retirement income calculator for your needs

When it comes to determining your income needs and whether they will be met, online retirement calculators can be an incredible tool.

Online retirement calculators are great for figuring out if your income needs will be met. Source: Getty Images.

Financial planning

Reverse mortgages: Your top questions answered

Reverse mortgages: Your top questions answered

Your complete guide to understanding reverse mortgages in Australia, and all you need to know about this retirement funding option.

Written byYsabelle Alesna

Here's what you need to know before applying for your reserve mortgage. Source: Getty

Retirement Income

A guide to the benefits and misconceptions of reverse mortgages

A guide to the benefits and misconceptions of reverse mortgages

We've explored some of the common misunderstandings surrounding the confusion around this financial product.

Written byMatthew Hart

There are many misconceptions and taboos surrounding reverse mortgages that can make people hesitant to consider them. Source: Getty Images.

Financial planning

The importance of planning ahead for the three phases of retirement

The importance of planning ahead for the three phases of retirement

With more Australians living longer, it's important to consider how we will fund all of our retirement years and ensure we are ready when we require some help.

Written byBill Savellis

Your retirement plan should consider how your spending will change over the different phases of retirement. Source: Getty Images.

Relationships

Stressed grandma ‘at her wits end’ with lazy retired husband

Stressed grandma ‘at her wits end’ with lazy retired husband

An unhappy grandmother has become acutely aware of the difficulties of retirement, as her husband opts to spend his time away from home and lounging on the couch rather than assisting with domestic duties.

A grandmother vents her frustration about her husband not helping out at home. Source: Getty Images.

Lifestyle

Top tips for successfully ageing in place

Top tips for successfully ageing in place

Despite being a favourable option for many retirees, ageing in place comes with its own unique set of financial challenges.

Written byMatthew Hart

With careful financial planning and a positive outlook, aging in place can be a wonderful and successful experience for seniors over 60. Source: Getty Images.

Retirement Income

Creating a financial plan to secure an enjoyable and comfortable retirement

Creating a financial plan to secure an enjoyable and comfortable retirement

Proper financial planning for retirement is crucial to ensuring you are adequately prepared to maintain your desired standard of living.

Written byMatthew Hart

Whether you are just starting to save for retirement or are close to retirement age, it's never too late to start planning. Source: Getty Images.

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