Set out below are all SuperGuide articles that relate to In retirement.
Video: Home equity release for retirees
Tracey Spicer talks to Dr Sarah Sinclair from RMIT about home equity release products for retirees, such as reverse mortgages and the Pension Loans Scheme.
Change your mindset: Ways to deal with boredom in retirement
No need to be bored or overwhelmed now that you have finished work. Make the most of your retirement with expert tips from Dr Jon Glass.
Perspectives on retirement
As a retirement coach I help people with their emotional (non-financial) journey to a fulfilling retired life. The definition of a ‘fulfilling retired life’ is very personal, which means it can’t be defined by a checklist.
How to maximise your Age Pension
There are many strategies you can employ to ensure that you’re making the most of your Age Pension, and in this article we’ll showcase some of the best options that may assist you.
Video: Maximising your Age Pension
Tracey Spicer talks to Regan Welburn from Marathon Financial Planning about how to maximise your Age Pension and other concessions available for seniors.
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What is the Pension Loans Scheme, and how does it work?
Older Aussies looking to boost their retirement income can take advantage of the government’s Pension Loans Scheme to generate a non taxable fortnightly income stream that helps pay their bills.
What government services are available for older Australians?
If you are retired or planning to do so in the near future it’s worth taking some time to check out the wide range of services, concessions and discounts available for older Australians.
What is the Age Pension age?
The current Age Pension eligibility age is 66 years (for any person born between 1 January 1954 and 30 June 1955). If you were born before 1 January 1954 you have already reached Age Pension age, and if you were born after 30 June 1955 your Age Pension age may be 66 years and 6 months, or 67 years, depending on your date of birth.
Video: A spinster’s meditations on life
Tracey Spicer talks to author Donna Ward about embracing being a single woman in her 60s, the accompanying societal expectations and challenges, and her view that life gets better with age.
Video: Brain health in retirement
Tracey Spicer talks to clinical psychologist Deanna Pitchford about ways that retirees can look after their brain health.
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Video: What is Personal Capital?
David Williams from My Longevity talks about the concept of Personal Capital and why it’s important retirees don’t overlook it.
Video: Wellbeing in retirement
Tracey Spicer talks to world-renowned positive psychology and wellbeing expert Sue Langley about ways to think about wellbeing in retirement.
Deeming rates (and calculator) for the Age Pension income test
On 22 March 2020 the Federal government announced that from 1 May 2020 the deeming rates would be lowered to 0.25% (lower rate) and 2.25% (upper rate).
Starting a new business in retirement
So, you’re looking to start a small business to keep you busy in retirement? Here’s Bambi Price’s step-by-step guide to help get you get started.
How do I arrange a Home Care Package?
If you are over 65 years of age, still living in your own home and need some support to remain living independently, you can apply for a Home Care Package.