There are two really common mistakes that people make when applying for the Age Pension. The first common mistakes people make is as a couple, assuming that both members of the couple have to be of Age Pension age before they can apply for the Age Pension….
I was born in September 1953. When can I apply?
Hi David, Assuming you are born on the 30th of September you will be eligible to apply for the Age Pension on the 29th December 2018. However, if you were born earlier in September, you will be eligible to apply earlier in December. Please feel free to test out our calculator https://retirementessentials.com.au/age-pension/eligibility-calculator/ or don’t hesitate to contact us 1300 527 727.
I have long service leave due which I was planning on having paid out when I retire on 21st December. Does this make a difference to applying for the age pension? Do have have to wait the 5 or 6 weeks until this money has been used before I apply for my pension?
Hi there Glenda
Great question, if you get your LSL paid out in a lump sum it is no longer classified as income rather as an asset in the bank. therefore you will just need to make sure you are under the assets limit to be able to lodge your Age Pension application. Assets don’t include value of the home you own and live in but does include bank balances, shares, super, personal assets (like cars, caravans, boats and the contents of your home). Depending on your relationship status and home ownership status then this will determine your assets test limit. Please see our website for more information on these limits https://retirementessentials.com.au/age-pension/. If you would like to chat to us about all of this please do not hesitate to call us on 1300 527 727
How much will government assist with rent in the private rental market for a couple both on age pension in NSW.
Hi Barry
Centrelink will assess your eligibility for rent assistance when they review your claim for the Age Pension. If you think you are entitled to this payment and are currently not receiving it we recommend you get in contact with Centrelink. If you want to learn more about rent assistance see here https://www.humanservices.gov.au/individuals/services/centrelink/rent-assistance/eligibility-payment-rates/how-much-you-can-get
I retired from work due to health condition, I was 67 yrs old then, I wonder if I am eligible to apply for age pension, my husband is still working and he’ll be 62 years old.
Hi Priscilla
To see if you are eligible for an Age Pension payment please try our quick and easy to use Age Pension Calculator, click this link here https://retirementessentials.supered.com.au/#/landing/9d9ada74-b214-11e7-adbe-0a111bbaff52/53c77aea-219c-11e8-bdf5-0688351d9823&_ga=2.57408042.1811326553.1560745106-1804610860.1539663622
If you would like a helping hand or some advice about the Age Pension please don’t hesitate to give us a call on 1300 527 727.
My husband and myself have just separated after 40yrs of marriage. He gets a pension for serving in the Armed Forces. We jointly have three investment houses, which doesn’t affect his pension but I imagine it will leave me very little to live on in regard to getting an age pension if they class these as assets. I am scared for my future. What is your advice please.
Hi Linda
We can absolutely help you figure out if you are entitled to an Age Pension. Please feel free to give us a call on 1300 527 727. Our Age Pension Specialists will provide you with the confidence you need to feel like you are more in control of your financial situation. If you feel like you can do it yourself after our conversation that’s completely fine too.
Hi
thanks for doing an ELIGIBILITY REPORT FOR me last year
my circumstances have changed since then
i tried to log in this morning,but i’ve forgotten my password.
can you send me a email?
Hi Tony. We have sent you an email with instructions on how to log back in.
Cheers