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How much do you need to save for retirement?
Retirement
How much do you need to save for retirement?
It is a simple question with an answer we probably don't want to hear. 
Mark LaMonica, CFA | 10 March 2025
10 ways to fix Australia’s broken retirement income system
Retirement
10 ways to fix Australia’s broken retirement income system
Our retirement income system has too many rule changes, too many options, poorly explained and then seemingly at odds with each other when...
Kaye Fallick | 04 March 2025
Why systemic risks from Big Super might be overplayed
Personal Finance
Why systemic risks from Big Super might be overplayed
What are the implications of ‘Big Super’ for our economy, financial markets and population? New research looks at the beneficial, detrimental and...
David Bell | 27 February 2025
Why you shouldn't wait until 35 to take your super seriously
Retirement
Why you shouldn't wait until 35 to take your super seriously
A recent Rainmaker study concludes that the best time to start taking super seriously is in your mid-thirties. I don't agree. 
Shani Jayamanne | 12 January 2025
The 4% rule explained
Retirement
The 4% rule explained
The safe withdrawal rate is one of the most important components in retirement planning but many people don’t understand the basis of the rule. 
Shani Jayamanne | 19 December 2024
Megatrend investing: ASX players to capitalise on an ageing population
Stocks
Megatrend investing: ASX players to capitalise on an ageing population
Find out how you can benefit from global megatrends. 
Simonelle Mody | 09 December 2024
Is the Retirement Income Covenant really the right answer?
Retirement
Is the Retirement Income Covenant really the right answer?
The world and Australia’s retirement landscape have changed a lot since 2020. If the RIC is to achieve its goals, a wider spread of responsibility...
Kaye Fallick | 09 December 2024
How to make your retirement more comfortable
Personal Finance
How to make your retirement more comfortable
Vanguard’s new study looks at common problems that impact your final retirement outcomes. We present resources to help.
Shani Jayamanne | 27 November 2024
Is this a safe way to get higher returns in retirement?
Retirement
Is this a safe way to get higher returns in retirement?
Conventional wisdom tells retirees to seek safety with a conservative asset allocation in retirement. Is there a better way?
Mark LaMonica, CFA | 31 October 2024
This 1-hour super check may add 25% to your retirement balance
Personal Finance
This 1-hour super check may add 25% to your retirement balance
My homework for all investors with superannuation.
Shani Jayamanne | 31 October 2024