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Updating Centrelink: When assets go down

Updating Centrelink: When assets go down

by Kaye Fallick | Apr 14, 2025 | Centrelink Age Pension

As evidenced in the strategy suggested by Andrew Dunkerley for June and Marcus, a downturn in assets is not 100% negative for those receiving Age Pension entitlements. Andrew projected the result of the decline in the couple’s assets would lead to a boost of more than...
How to keep calm and carry on when markets tumble

How to keep calm and carry on when markets tumble

by Andrew Dunkerley | Apr 14, 2025 | Retirement Advice

Last week Jeremy Duffield wrote about ways to understand and manage economic volatility. We received a lot of feedback on this article as it is a widespread concern for retirees. Jeremy’s stance is similar to that of most respected commentators; that it’s necessary to...
Centrelink reporting and payment dates: Easter and Anzac Day 2025

Centrelink reporting and payment dates: Easter and Anzac Day 2025

by the Retirement Essentials Team | Apr 14, 2025 | Centrelink Age Pension

Easter holidays and Anzac day mean that your Centrelink reporting and payment dates may change. Here are the main dates you need to know: Office and call centre closures Centrelink service centres (and most call centres) will close for the Easter and Anzac holidays as...
Do I need to advise Centrelink of an inheritance?

Do I need to advise Centrelink of an inheritance?

by the Retirement Essentials Team | Apr 7, 2025 | Video Tutorials

It’s a common concern for many of our Retirement Essentials community members: how will receiving an inheritance impact their Age Pension benefits? With people living longer, it’s increasingly common to receive an inheritance later in life, often during...
When markets are diving: How to navigate volatility

When markets are diving: How to navigate volatility

by Jeremy Duffield | Apr 7, 2025 | Retirement Advice

The recent declines in the Australian and global share markets, driven by the US tariff announcements, may be unsettling. Today’s article by Jeremy Duffield aims to provide context and encourage confidence in your retirement future.   Downturns are...
Navigating the Age Pension with a younger spouse

Navigating the Age Pension with a younger spouse

by the Retirement Essentials Team | Apr 7, 2025 | Video Tutorials

It’s an inherent aspect of any partnership that one individual will be younger than the other. However, the significant impact this age difference can have when strategically approaching retirement income rules, particularly if one partner transitions out of...
Losing your home to disaster: Retirees facing property loss

Losing your home to disaster: Retirees facing property loss

by Amanda Hardy Lai | Apr 3, 2025 | Centrelink Age Pension

When disaster strikes, the emotional and financial toll can be overwhelming. For retirees, losing a home – whether due to fire, flood, or another catastrophe – could be one of the most significant challenges of their lifetime. Once the immediate needs of...
Passing the baton: Retirement, legacy, and the Bank of Mum and Dad

Passing the baton: Retirement, legacy, and the Bank of Mum and Dad

by Amanda Hardy Lai | Apr 3, 2025 | Retirement Advice

Navigating the complexities of retirement planning and intergenerational wealth transfer is increasingly important  for Australian families. As the ‘Bank of Mum and Dad’ (BoMaD) plays a more prominent role in assisting younger generations, understanding the...
Top ten retirement destinations: Which postcode works for you?

Top ten retirement destinations: Which postcode works for you?

by Kaye Fallick | Apr 2, 2025 | Retirement Advice

Are you dreaming of a sea change or a tree change? You’re not alone. Many Australians love the idea of moving to the coast or a country block. But whether or not you can make it work is the real question. Would moving from your current neighbourhood really improve...
Deeming rates changes: Are single renters unfairly punished?

Deeming rates changes: Are single renters unfairly punished?

by Nicole Bell | Mar 27, 2025 | Centrelink Age Pension

The reporting during last week’s Federal Budget that deeming rates would be frozen for another year from 1 July 2025 was a welcome one for many retirees. It was also on Retirement Essentials adviser, Nicole Bell’s wishlist when we published our preferred Budget...
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