James Coyle

James has over 35 years experience in financial services with particular expertise in two of the key components of retirement finance - Superannuation and the Age Pension. He is passionate about providing the guidance and support that can help older Australians enjoy their best possible retirement. He lives in regional Victoria surrounded by dogs and chooks.
When things go wrong … Helping Anna and Carlo to get an extra $8500

When things go wrong … Helping Anna and Carlo to get an extra $8500

Superannuation can be complex at the best of times but it really hits its complexity stride when you want to retire and start an income stream. And getting across all the rules and how they apply to the Age Pension can be an absolute nightmare. Fortunately Retirement Essentials’ adviser Sharon Sheehan is not only up for this challenge but she thrives on it.  

Will you live until 110?

Will you live until 110?

What does longevity mean for you? New statistics released by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) show that our life expectancy is continuing to increase. Over the past 50 years, life expectancy for Australian males has increased by 13.7 years (to...