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Using Age Pension changes to your advantage

The Age Pension payment changes on 20 September could mean so much more than a few extra dollars. Here’s how to use this trigger to maximise your income sooner rather than later. As we advised late last month, 20 September will deliver a fortnightly $29.70 increase to...

Gifting and the Age Pension: What you need to know

Many people like to help family members financially. While gifting can be a meaningful way to support loved ones, it can also have unintended consequences for current or future  Age Pension entitlements. Centrelink has strict rules on how much you can give away...

Mapping your retirement planning options without the stress

Retirement planning can feel like a merry-go round of decisions, leaving you dizzy with the different directions you can pursue. With so many moving parts, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Two recent member dilemmas have highlighted how different people approach...