For those who have taken part in a marathon or other endurance sport, you’ll already know that to reach the finish line you need: 1. Preparation, 2. Flexibility, 3. And, perseverance. In many ways, retirement planning is quite similar. Below we take a look at some of the key considerations.   Getting clear on why you’re […]

In one of our recent articles, we explored similarities between retirement planning and marathon running. One of the take-home messages that we touched on was that retirement planning doesn’t cease on the day that you retire – it’s simply a transition to the next phase of your life. This retirement phase also requires careful planning and management, especially […]

Retirement often involves a shift from employment income to income derived from a combination of your retirement savings (investments inside and/or outside of superannuation) and potential Age Pension entitlements. In a nutshell, it’s these sources of income that help you to fund your retirement lifestyle. Consequently, for many of us, retirement age is often guided by the rules […]