Younger generations should arguably be in a better position to self-fund retirement at the current super guarantee rate of 9.5% which is set to rise to 12% by 2025. But the sooner they start planning their transition to retirement (TTR), the better. Overview of TTR With transition to retirement (TTR) you can keep working while […]
The retirement countdown As retirement looms it’s important to ramp up your planning – financial and otherwise.The following checklists are designed to remind you of some of the key things you should do at different stages on your road to retirement. As you’ll see, you may need to reassess some of the same questions at […]
If you’re considering living overseas once you retire, ensure you have all of your financial ducks in a row before you leave. Whilst the Australian Government have put in place a number of structures to help Australians retire abroad, there are also some downfalls. It’s important you’re aware of the impact that moving overseas will have on your retirement benefits. Background on […]
Online source: Produced by AMP Life Limited and published on 4 September 2015.Once you retire you might be wondering how you ever had time to work! Whether you’re in the planning stages or already retired, there’s plenty on offer. But, assuming your health is in check, there are some interesting pursuits you might want to consider: […]
A transition to retirement strategy could allow you to work less, or work the same hours and increase your superannuation, without reducing your take-home pay. Even if you’re nearing retirement age you mightn’t be looking to leave the workforce just yet. Maybe you want to save more money or perhaps you enjoy the interaction and […]
Nearing retirement and want to work part-time? Or are you thinking about a career change but worried about the drop in income? If a better balance of work and lifestyle is what you want, the good news is that it may be possible under superannuation rules. Plus it can be a good way to reduce […]
