Retire at 65, But Don’t Retire Your Money
Australian retirees face a ‘double whammy’ when it comes to funding their retirement. On the one hand we, as a nation, are enjoying longer and healthier lives. On the other…
Retire at 65, But Don’t Retire Your Money
A Tale of Two Retirements
A tale of two retirements – which would you choose? Sam and Sally Smith have worked hard all their lives, paid their taxes and, now they have retired, they feel…
The financial effects of divorce after 50
With Australians marrying later in life and staying married for longer, the median age of divorce has risen over the last 20 years. It now stands at 45.9 years for…
When love blossoms later in life…
Falling in love is a magical and wondrous experience, but once the heart flutters have settled a little and two people move towards a more serious relationship, various challenges may…
Financial advice is not the same for everyone
Financial planning. That’s for people with lots of money to invest, isn’t it? Not necessarily. Sure, investment planning is an important part of financial planning, but underpinning the whole process…
Financial Planning for a Life Well-Lived
Over my 35-year financial planning career, the most common question I’ve been asked is, “Christine, how can I save more for my retirement?”. Many of my clients believed they’d outlive…
Understanding the 3 Pillars of Retirement
While older Australians are reportedly among the wealthiest retirees in the world, much of their wealth is tied up in their family home, leaving many to worry about how they…
When can I retire, and can I afford it?
Retirement… the longest holiday you will ever take, or something to fear? To ensure a comfortable living standard in retirement, you will need to calculate how much you’ll need to…
Financial mistakes compounded by ageing process
A new research report claims financial mistakes are more likely and more consequential when ageing, complexity and large sums of money combine. The research brief – financial decision making for and…
Can you afford to retire early?
Ever dreamt of throwing in your job and retiring early? I think we all have! Yet without winning X-Lotto or inheriting a fortune from a long lost relative, just how…