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Superannuation

Here's the average superannuation balance at age 35 in Australia

| Sebastian Bowen

How does your super measure up?

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Retirement

Approaching retirement? Here's why I would put $10,000 into this ASX stock

| Sebastian Bowen

I think this stock could be the perfect fit for your golden years...

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Share Market News

Here's why more Australians intend to work during retirement

| Bronwyn Allen

A new survey reveals insights into the retirement intentions of older Australian workers.

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Superannuation

Is your superannuation on track for retiring at age 65?

| Zach Bristow

Knowing the numbers can be a helpful guide.

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Retirement

How would the proposed unrealised gains tax impact your superannuation?

| Zach Bristow

If passed, the impacts could be profound for those with higher-end super balances.

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Retirement

What's your superannuation 'sweet spot' and how can you get there?

| Zach Bristow

Understanding this could be a big help in retirement.

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Retirement

How a 0.5% difference in superannuation fees costs you $100,000 by retirement

| Bronwyn Allen

Say WHAT?

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Retirement

Pension and home ownership not enough to meet basic living costs in retirement: survey

| Bronwyn Allen

Older Australians are also increasingly concerned about aged care costs.

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Recent Retirement News

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Retirement

Here's how much super you should have at your age

| Sebastian Bowen

If you're wondering how much super you should have at your age, look no further!

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Retirement

The most obvious retirement mistake you could be making today

| Motley Fool Staff

Here’s how you could overcome an oversight that may be holding back your retirement plans.

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⏸️ Shares for retirement

Why this is the only ASX stock you need for retirement

| Ken Hall

Find out why the Vanguard Diversified High Growth Index ETF (ASX: VDHG) could be the one ASX stock you need…

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⏸️ Dividend shares for retirement

2 top ASX dividend shares perfect for retirees

| Sebastian Bowen

Transurban Group (ASX: TCL) is one of the ASX dividend shares I think would be perfect for a retiree portfolio

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⏸️ Shares for retirement

How to retire at 40 with ASX dividends

| Ken Hall

If you want to chase your dream and retire early, check out these quick calculations and crunch the numbers on…

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Retirement

3 questions to ask about your super fund

| Sebastian Bowen

Are you asking the right questions when it comes to your superannuation fund?

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Retirement

No savings at 40? 3 simple tips to retire in luxury

| Motley Fool Staff

Here’s how you could improve your retirement prospects through taking a small number of simple steps.

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Retirement

How much should you invest in superannuation in 2020?

| Ken Hall

How you can set yourself up for a strong financial future and happy retirement by obtaining your optimal superannuation balance…

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Retirement

Millennials: the biggest retirement savings mistake you can ever make

| Motley Fool Staff

Here’s how you can overcome the greatest potential threat to enjoying financial freedom in retirement.

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Retirement

Don't gamble with forex trading. Aim to get rich and retire early like this

| Motley Fool Staff

Avoiding forex and focusing your capital on the stock market could be a highly profitable move.

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⏸️ SMSF Investors

Is a self-managed super fund for you?

| Ken Hall

A quick look at why a self-managed super fund (SMSF) might be the best tool to reach your retirement goals…

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Retirement

Cash savings could make you poorer! This is a better way to get rich and retire early

| Motley Fool Staff

Investing in the stock market could be a more rewarding experience than having cash savings.

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Retirement

Are you making these 3 retirement mistakes?

| Motley Fool Staff

Overcoming these three potential errors could improve your chances of enjoying financial freedom in older age.

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⏸️ Income

SkyCity and Fletcher Building share prices down on Auckland complex fire

| Tom Richardson

SKYCITY Entertainment Group Limited (ASX: SKC) shares still offer a big yield.

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Retirement

The number 1 retirement mistake you could be making today

| Motley Fool Staff

Here’s why overcoming this potential shortcoming could boost your retirement prospects.

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⏸️ Dividend shares for retirement

Does Australia have the best retirement system in the world?

| Tristan Harrison

Want to know if Australia has the best retirement system? The Melbourne Mercer Global Pensions Index has the answer.

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⏸️ Dividend shares for retirement

Which ASX dividend shares are best for SMSF retirees?

| Sebastian Bowen

It might be time to consider what ASX dividend shares are best for your SMSF portfolio.

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Retirement

Retirement saving: How REITS can help you generate a passive income

| Motley Fool Staff

Here’s why holding REITs within your portfolio could not only boost your income, but also reduce overall risk.

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Dividend Investing

How to retire early with ASX dividends

| Ken Hall

If you want to retire early, ASX dividends can be a great way to boost your income and give you…

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

Why Macquarie Group is a retiree's dream ASX dividend stock

| Sebastian Bowen

Why I think Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX: MQG) is a dream ASX dividend stock for retirees.

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Retirement

Stop saving and start buying dividend stocks: a simple plan to retire early

| Motley Fool Staff

Investing in dividend-paying stocks, as opposed to holding cash, could lead to higher returns and an earlier retirement in my…

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⏸️ SMSF Investors

How does your super compare to the average Australian?

| Ken Hall

See how your own super balance compares to the average Australian and what you can do to get ahead in…

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Retirement

Retirement savings: why quality dividend stocks can help you make a million

| Motley Fool Staff

Dividend stocks could offer significant capital growth potential, as well as a high income return in my opinion.

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⏸️ Shares for retirement

5 ASX dividend shares you could live on in retirement

| James Mickleboro

Coles Group Ltd (ASX:COL) and four other ASX shares could be great options for a retirement portfolio...

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Retirement

Are you wealthy enough to retire today?

| Ken Hall

A few quick personal finance tips to look at before you consider quitting your day job.

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Retirement

Lazy retirees: dividend stocks can help you earn a growing passive-income stream

| Motley Fool Staff

I think that dividend stocks offer appealing income prospects relative to other assets, with them having the potential to benefit…

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⏸️ Shares for retirement

These ASX shares could be great options for a retirement portfolio

| James Mickleboro

National Australia Bank Ltd (ASX:NAB) shares are one of three that could be good additions to a retirement portfolio...

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⏸️ Shares for retirement

3 simple habits to help you reach your retirement goals

| Ken Hall

3 easy things you can focus on today to bring your retirement date forward and level up your finances.

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Retirement

Here's why superannuation is a super investment

| Sebastian Bowen

Superannuation is often an overlooked investing vehicle, but it shouldn't be.

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⏸️ Dividend shares for retirement

3 top ASX dividend shares for retirees to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Coles Group Ltd (ASX:COL) shares are one of three that could be great options for retirees...

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⏸️ Shares for Super Retirement

How to choose the best super fund for you

| Ken Hall

Whether its an industry fund, retail fund or SMSF, how can we know what's best for our current (and future)…

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⏸️ Shares for retirement

3 signs you're ready to retire early in 2020

| Ken Hall

As you look to transition to retirement in 2020, look out for these 3 big signs.

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⏸️ Retirement SMSF Income

Why changing the superannuation age limit shouldn't matter

| Ken Hall

Changes to the current superannuation age limits shouldn't change your retirement plans or super contributions.

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Retirement

3 simple steps to retiring as an ASX millionaire

| Ken Hall

How anyone can retire early as a millionaire with a little hard work, discipline and a solid investment strategy.

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Share Gainers

How to retire early in 2020 with this 3-stock ASX portfolio

| Ken Hall

How you can achieve FIRE and retire early with a mix of stability, growth and income in your ASX portfolio,…

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⏸️ SMSF Investors

How much is enough when it comes to superannuation?

| Ken Hall

The superannuation system can seem complicated, but how can you know what's a big enough balance for you?

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⏸️ SMSF Investors

Why the Federal Government is looking to change the super system

| Ken Hall

What are the proposed changes to the superannuation system that everyone is talking about and will they affect your retirement…

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⏸️ SMSF Investors

How to decide on your superannuation asset allocation

| Ken Hall

How can you decide on asset allocations for your super account and where is the best place to start for…

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⏸️ SMSF Investors

How to use your superannuation account to maximise returns

| Ken Hall

As we enter the 2020 financial year, let's take a look at how your super account can boost your after-tax…

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Motley Fool Take Stock

Be alarmed: they're coming for your Super

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

Have you heard anything crazier than recent calls to both delay increases to compulsory superannuation, and to exempt the employers…

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