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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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Growth Shares

Is Naos Emerging Opportunities Company Ltd (ASX:NCC) a buy for its 8.6% yield?

| Tristan Harrison

Naos Emerging Opportunities Company Ltd (ASX:NCC) has a large yield 8.6% yield.

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⏸️ Income

WAM Leaders Ltd (ASX:WLE) just increased its dividend by 66.7%, is it a buy?

| Tristan Harrison

WAM Leaders Ltd (ASX:WLE) increased its dividend by a large 66.7%.

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⏸️ Investing

3 top dividend shares with yields over 4%

| Kevin Gandiya

These companies share certain traits that make their high yields sustainable.

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⏸️ Investing

Your favourite retail stocks may be in deeper trouble than you think

| Brendon Lau

The retail sector is entering a winter of discontent even as our economy is growing strongly. This could be a…

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⏸️ Investing

This stock could be a safer alternative to the Big Banks

| Brendon Lau

You are right to feel nervous about the Big Banks due to a number of headwinds. But there could be…

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⏸️ Investing

Top broker says buy this mid-cap stock ahead of its short-term bounce

| Brendon Lau

Shares in IDP Education Ltd (ASX: IEL) could be poised to reach fresh record highs as Morgan Stanley believes the…

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⏸️ Investing

Top broker names 11 small caps to buy now

| Brendon Lau

Small caps are well placed to outperform their larger rivals in FY18. Here are 11 small gems that Credit Suisse…

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⏸️ Investing

Is it time to buy the dips?

| Brendon Lau

Investors should get used to more down days like today as our market looks ripe for further falls. Such a…

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⏸️ Investing

Risk appetite on the comeback in mining stocks

| Brendon Lau

Resources is one of the few sectors where value buys can be found and Glencore's US$2.6bn bid for Rio Tinto's…

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⏸️ Investing

Two "expensive" stocks in the bargain bin

| Brendon Lau

If you think expensive growth stocks will struggle in this market, think again! This class of stocks are actually well…

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⏸️ Investing

Should I buy ASX shares outside of superannuation?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Superannuation is a great way to boost your retirement savings, but don't rely on it. Invest in ASX 200 shares…

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Technology Shares

Are you your own worst enemy?

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

Stop listening to the market...

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⏸️ Shares to Watch

The worst advice you can get

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

Don't. Take. This. Advice.

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Bank Shares

Big changes ahead for the banks

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

By hook or by crook... or by legislation?

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Technology Shares

Man Bites Dog! Who'll win the media war?

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

Troubled times ahead for traditional media...

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⏸️ Investing

A Kombucha-led recovery for Coca-Cola Amatil Ltd

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

It's great... I'm sure...

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⏸️ Investing

Fintech: Boom or bubble?

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

Dont' believe (all of) the hype...

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⏸️ Shares to Watch

Heads, I win. Tails, I don't lose much

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

A smart strategy? Or too good to be true?

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Resources Shares

Three stocks to avoid… and one to buy

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

Avoid self-inflicted injuries...

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⏸️ Shares to Watch

Is your portfolio ready for a recession?

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

The recession is coming. Are you ready?

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Technology Shares

Do you own this Aussie world beater? (It's not too late)

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

One company is conquering the world. And you may have never heard of it (but you should)...

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Technology Shares

Telcos at 20 paces: Telstra Corporation Ltd vs.TPG Telecom Ltd and Vocus Group Ltd

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

A three-way telco smackdown...

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Bank Shares

What The Big Bank Levy Means For You

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

The banks are screaming blue murder. But it mightn't be that bad...

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⏸️ Investing

Retired? Here are 3 stocks you might want to buy

| Christopher Georges

These three shares like Sonic Healthcare Limited (ASX:SHL) offer growing dividends and won't keep you up at night.

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⏸️ Investing

5 high-yielding dividend shares for your SMSF

| Sean O'Neill

Consider owning Vocus Group Ltd (ASX:VOC), Retail Food Group Limited (ASX:RFG) and G8 Education Ltd (ASX:GEM) for your self-managed super…

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⏸️ Investing

5 things every SMSF must do in 2017

| Motley Fool Staff

Here are five things every SMSF trustee needs do properly.

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⏸️ Investing

3 perfect retirement shares to buy for a blue-chip 2017

| Christopher Georges

These three shares are perfect options for risk-averse investors that still want healthy returns.

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⏸️ Investing

12 high quality blue chip stocks at the top of my watchlist

| Mike King

These 12 companies could surprise the market over the long-term

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⏸️ Investing

3 high-quality stocks I'd buy with $10,000 today

| Mike King

Add these three high quality companies to your watchlist.

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⏸️ Investing

3 shares that could be the perfect SMSF investments

| James Mickleboro

Now might be an opportune time to add Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd (ASX:FLT) and two other ASX shares into…

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⏸️ Shares to Watch

Could these be the best 4 blue chips for your portfolio right now?

| Mike King

Are these four blue chips trading at bargain share prices after recent pullbacks?

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⏸️ Investing

Why the Woolworths share price could hit $30 in quick time

| Mike King

Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW) could be poised to surprise the market - in a nice way

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⏸️ Investing

The top 10 stocks to buy now before the market crashes

| Mike King

Add these defensive stocks to your portfolio before its too late

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

4 top fully-franked dividend stocks for your SMSF

| Mike King

These 4 companies have solid track records of paying fully franked dividends

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⏸️ Investing

Build a gold medal winning portfolio with these 4 growth shares

| Christopher Georges

Beat the market by investing in shares like Healthscope Ltd (ASX:HSO) and Magellan Financial Group Ltd (ASX:MFG).

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⏸️ Investing

3 financial blue chips to help you retire rich

| Mike King

Forget the big four banks and check out these 3 alternatives

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⏸️ Investing

3 growth stocks I'd buy today with $10,000

| Mike King

Add these 3 companies to your portfolio to boost capital growth

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⏸️ Investing

4 stocks to buy and hold for the next decade

| Mike King

Build a strong portfolio with these four core stocks

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⏸️ Investing

3 growth stocks with big fully franked dividends

| Mike King

Capital growth and dividends can be rare. Here are 3 that fit the bill

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⏸️ Shares to Watch

The top 10 mid cap stocks to add to your watchlist

| Mike King

The S&P/ASX Mid-cap Index has soared 14% in the past 12 months. These 10 companies are partly why

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