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Retirement

Cost of a comfortable retirement rises to record high: ASFA

| Bronwyn Allen

Australia's definitive retirement budgeting guide, the Retirement Standard, has just been updated.

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Superannuation

Here's the average superannuation balance at age 64 in Australia

| Samantha Menzies

Are you on track for a comfortable retirement?

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Superannuation

Here's the average Australian superannuation balance at pension age

| Leigh Gant

See how your super stacks up at pension age and what it might really take for a comfortable retirement.

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Retirement

Will you still be paying off a home loan in retirement?

| Bronwyn Allen

About 36% of Millennials, 27% of Gen Xers, and 24% of Baby Boomers expect to retire with a home loan.

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Retirement

5 US stocks to consider for your SMSF

| Sebastian Bowen

These world-class stocks could deserve a spot in your super.

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Retirement

Young Australians overestimate how much retirement income they'll need: report

| Bronwyn Allen

A Vanguard survey shows young Australians expect to need $100,000 in annual income to fund their retirement.

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Retirement

Average age of retirement rises to 64 years

| Bronwyn Allen

The average age at which Australia's 4.5 million retirees quit work is 57, but those who retired in FY25 were…

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Retirement

More Australians living off superannuation than the pension in retirement

| Bronwyn Allen

We reveal how much superannuation you need in order to fund a comfortable retirement.

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Retirement

How much money do you need to retire?

| Kate Lee, CFA

Planning for retirement? Here are key considerations and effective strategies to help you prepare.

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Retirement

2 cheap ASX property shares I'd buy in retirement

| Tristan Harrison

We can build good returns with these stocks, in my opinion.

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Retirement

What age is too young to retire in Australia?

| Sebastian Bowen

Even if you can retire early, should you?

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Retirement

Top ASX shares to buy in June and hold for retirement

| Motley Fool Staff

Looking forward to your retirement?

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Retirement

3 lower-risk ASX dividend shares for retirees

| Tristan Harrison

I think these stocks are contenders for resilient passive income.

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Retirement

3 of the highest quality ASX shares to buy for a retirement portfolio

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could be in the buy zone this month.

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Retirement

What an extra $10,000 of superannuation in 2024 could be worth in retirement

| Bernd Struben

You might be surprised how much difference an extra $10,000 in superannuation could make when it comes time to retire.

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Retirement

About to retire? I'd buy these ASX dividend shares for income

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks could be excellent picks for dividends.

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Retirement

Top 5 reasons for retirement in Australia

| Bronwyn Allen

Many people are forced to quit work earlier than they intended, which can impact their financial security.

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Retirement

Planning your retirement? Here are the most popular investments outside superannuation

| Bronwyn Allen

Research shows bank savings, property, cash and shares are popular investment choices outside superannuation.

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Retirement

Why inflation could cost young investors 50% of their retirement savings

| Sebastian Bowen

High inflation is hitting younger Australians the hardest.

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Retirement

What's the average age of retirement in Australia?

| Bronwyn Allen

Australians are choosing to retire a bit later in life, according to new figures.

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Retirement

3 of the best ASX 200 shares to buy for your retirement portfolio

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these blue chips could be worthy of a spot in a retirement portfolio.

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Retirement

Should you manage your own superannuation?

| Sebastian Bowen

Most of us can use an SMSF. But should we?

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Retirement

Key actions for Baby Boomers and Gen X to take now for an excellent retirement

| Bronwyn Allen

Findex provides 5 investment tips for both Baby Boomers and Gen Xers to help secure their retirement.

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Retirement

Key actions for Millennials and Gen Z to take now for a good retirement

| Bronwyn Allen

Young Australians have time on their side to better plan and execute their investments.

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Retirement

4 ASX retirement shares to buy in May

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these stocks could fit nicely in a retirement portfolio.

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Retirement

What's the average Australian superannuation balance at age 70 in 2024?

| Sebastian Bowen

The average super balance at age 70 might shock you.

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Retirement

Will you need to keep working after retirement?

| Bronwyn Allen

Two-thirds of Australians say they plan to continue working beyond their retirement age.

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Superannuation

Is the Bank of Mum and Dad now expanding to superannuation?

| Bronwyn Allen

Three in four Australians are planning to give some of their superannuation as an inheritance to loved ones.

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Retirement

Australians overestimate how much they need in retirement: report

| Bronwyn Allen

A new survey shows Australians think they need $1.6 million to retire.

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Retirement

The best passive income streams to help fund your retirement

| Sebastian Bowen

Setting up a source of second income could do wonders for your retirement.

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Retirement

2 excellent ASX 200 retirement shares to buy now

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have put buy ratings on these shares. Could they be good options for a retirement portfolio?

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Retirement

If I were a retiree, I'd buy these ASX shares this week

| Tristan Harrison

Retirees may love these stocks for dividends.

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Retirement

2 ASX 200 retirement shares to buy now

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could be quality additions to a portfolio.

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Retirement

If you start investing today, when could you retire?

| Tristan Harrison

Investing in stocks can unlock an early retirement in my opinion.

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Retirement

How important is superannuation to your wealth?

| Sebastian Bowen

Super is more important to our wealth than you might think.

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Retirement

Is $500,000 in superannuation enough to retire comfortably in 2024?

| Sebastian Bowen

How much super is enough to comfortably retire?

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Retirement

3 high-quality ASX retirement shares to buy this week

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could be top options for a retirement portfolio.

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Retirement

How much would I need invested in the Vanguard Australian Shares ETF (VAS) for a comfortable retirement?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this a good option for retirement income?

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Retirement

What's the average Australian superannuation balance at age 40 in 2024?

| Tristan Harrison

The average balance for a 40-year-old could surprise.

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Retirement

How much superannuation do I need to retire at 55?

| James Mickleboro

Want to retire early? Here's how much super you will need.

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Share Market News

Government announces superannuation boost – here's who benefits

| Bronwyn Allen

The Federal Government has announced a major change to superannuation today.

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Retirement

How much superannuation should I have by age 30?

| Sebastian Bowen

Thirty-somethings have a lot of work to do when it comes to super.

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Retirement

How to build a second retirement fund outside of superannuation

| Mitchell Lawler

Find out the limitations of superannuation and how a separate retirement fund can help work less and live more.

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Retirement

How much would I need to invest in ASX shares for a retirement income of $80,000 per year?

| Tristan Harrison

How big does the nest egg need to be?

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Retirement

Here are 2 ASX shares to buy for a golden retirement

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs is saying very positive things about these stocks.

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Retirement

3 stocks I'd buy and hold inside a self-managed superannuation fund

| Sebastian Bowen

These shares are some of my best picks for an SMSF investor.

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Retirement

Should I stick to only ASX dividend shares in retirement?

| Sebastian Bowen

Dividend shares may be high-returning investments, but should you go all in for retirement?

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Retirement

Retirees: Is the Australian pension enough to live on?

| Bronwyn Allen

We dig into the numbers.

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