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When should I retire?

When should I retire?

Deciding when to retire is not always straightforward. Some have retirement thrust upon them while others wait until they are eligible for the Age Pension.

But for many Australians, the decision will involve carefully weighing up a range of factors, from finances and health to your partner’s circumstances.

The age at which you retire can also have an impact on your super and your plans.

Set out below are the latest articles that relate to when should i retire?.

PremiumCase study: When can I afford to retire?

Case study: When can I afford to retire?

December 1, 2021

When you start actively planning your retirement, it helps to do some rough calculations to work out how long your super might last under different scenarios.

PremiumRetiree reflections: If I had my time over, when would I retire?

Retiree reflections: If I had my time over, when would I retire?

January 21, 2021

Some of us plan our retirement, some have retirement thrust upon us. So how do retirees feel about the timing of their exit from work?

What is the retirement age in Australia?

What is the retirement age in Australia?

January 4, 2021

“What is Australia’s retirement age?” or “What age can I retire?” are common questions. The simple answer is “it depends”.

PremiumWhat age should I retire?

What age should I retire?

December 1, 2020

The decision about when to retire is rarely made overnight. It’s a major life event and deserves careful thought and planning. Finances play a big part, but so do your health, your partner’s circumstances and whether you still enjoy your work or are itching to leave.

PremiumPlanning to retire at 55? What you need to consider

Planning to retire at 55? What you need to consider

June 3, 2020

If you plan on retiring at age 55, here’s a simple guide answering 12 common questions people ask about their super and other financial assistance retirees may be eligible to receive.

PremiumPlanning to retire at 60? What you need to consider

Planning to retire at 60? What you need to consider

June 3, 2020

For many people planning their retirement, age 60 sounds like a good time to leave the workforce. If that’s your plan, it’s important to ensure you understand the rules on accessing your super, how big your nest egg needs to be, the tax you might pay and any financial assistance you may be able to receive.

PremiumPlanning to retire at 65? What you need to consider

Planning to retire at 65? What you need to consider

June 3, 2020

For most Aussies, blowing out the birthday candles at 65 means it’s retirement time. To help you take the leap into life after work, we have put together a simple guide answering common questions asked by people retiring at age 65.

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