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Surprise Retirement Expenses you Should Know About
Retirement often forces people to put their spending habits under the microscope in ways that they didn’t during their working years. While you might find that you’re not spending as much in some areas, there’s every chance that new expenses will crop up. Here are just a few that you might encounter.
Planning for Retirement When You have Debt
According to Australian Bureau of Statistic (ABS) figures, the average household debt has quadrupled over the last 18 years, jumping from $62,000 in 2003-04 to $242,000 in 2021-22. This has worrying implications for older Australians, many of whom are finding that debt following them into retirement.
You could benefit from Age pension changes starting 1 July 2023
With many Australia’s struggling with the rising cost of living, upcoming changes to the Age Pension could provide a much-needed boost to payments mid-way through the harsh cold of winter.
Is early retirement still possible in a high inflation environment?
As far as threats to your retirement go, high inflation can be one of the most worrisome. It erodes the purchasing power of your savings and can throw many of the assumptions you’ve made about retirement out the window. And if you’re hoping to retire early, the risks it poses are even greater.
Case study: finding the right residential care for a parent
Discover how Charles found and paid for his father’s aged care home.
Retiring on your own terms
The Australian tax system provides generous tax breaks and benefits for retirees. Here’s what you need to know.
Case study: Downsizing for Retirement
See how Mei-Win and Steven downsized to achieve their ideal retirement lifestyle.
Planning for Retirement When You’re Still in Debt
If you find yourself carrying debt in the lead-up to retirement, don’t panic. Instead, focus on prioritising.
Developing an Income Stream in Retirement
Increasingly, retirees are choosing to receive their retirement funds through a regular payment. These are the options.