Set out below are all SuperGuide articles that relate to Plan your retirement.
List of Australian independent financial advisers
Finding a truly independent financial adviser is not easy, but don’t let that put you off. We’ve done the hard work for you.
Guide to transition-to-retirement pensions (TTRs or TRISs)
If you are looking to wind back working hours or boost your super in the lead-up to retirement, a TTR pension may be the answer.
Timing counts if you plan to retire this year and start a super pension
Financial barriers to retirement have eased a little since July 1, with increased super contributions caps, but retirees will have to wait for a relaxation of the work test.
Why financial literacy is vital for a good retirement
Understanding how to manage and invest your money is an essential skill when it comes to building a successful retirement.
5 strategies to help fix your total super balance problem
Reaching your Total Super Balance limit creates problems if you want to continue building your wealth, but there are some strategies you can consider.
Reflections on the 2021 Federal Budget
Proposed changes allowing people to grow their super before and after retirement get the thumbs up from our panel of retirees and pre-retirees.
Financial advice: What are the risks and benefits?
Despite the scandals of recent years, the evidence is clear that good financial advice can provide both material and intangible benefits.
Target retirement income: The 66–80% rule of thumb
Want to know how much income you will need to live well in retirement? This rough estimate may help.
Is $500,000 in super enough to retire on?
According to the ASFA Retirement Standard, a couple can live a ‘comfortable lifestyle’ with a retirement balance of $640,000 while singles can enjoy the same with $545,000. But these are guidelines only.
Is $400,000 in super enough to retire on?
Using MoneySmart’s Retirement Planner we have calculated how much income $400,000 in super will generate under a range of scenarios.
Is $300,000 in super enough to retire on?
Using MoneySmart’s Retirement Planner we have calculated how much income $300,000 in super will generate under a range of scenarios.
Is $200,000 in super enough to retire on?
What if your retirement balance is close to $200,000? This may sound like a world away from the figures required for a comfortable lifestyle, but it is considerably more than the savings required for ASFA’s ‘modest lifestyle’, which is $70,000 for both a couple and a single person.
Is $100,000 in super enough to retire on?
What if your retirement balance is close to $100,000? This may sound like a world away from the figures required for a comfortable lifestyle, but it is still more than the savings required for ASFA’s ‘modest lifestyle’, which is $70,000 for both a couple and a single person.
Is $750,000 in super enough to retire on?
A million dollars is often talked about as the gold standard of retirement savings, but it is a suspiciously round number. Depending on your personal circumstances, you might live well on much less, say $750,000, especially if you are not a big traveller or you intend to continue working well into your 70s.
Is $3.2 million in super enough for a couple to retire on?
How much will $3.2m in super generate in retirement income for a couple across 25, 30 or 25 years?
