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The Federal Government faces an uphill battle to make retired Australians spend more. Let's hope they don't go overboard.

A change in mindset could set you on track for smarter retirement spending decisions.

Why do people have trouble shifting from a saving to spending mindset in retirement? Researchers have plenty of theories though can't identify an...

There's been little debate on how spending changes as people progress through retirement. Yet, it's a critical issue as it can have a significant...

The psychology of retirement income: From saving to spending. 

Morningstar's James Gruber breaks down the key numbers, policies, and economic forecasts, as well as some conclusions for superannuants and retirees.

Retirement isn’t the freedom from work, but the freedom to do your life’s work.

How to avoid lifestyle creep and find your path to financial independence.

Big inheritances can be a sign of underconsumption and suboptimal planning.

In this episode, we discuss the considerations for retirees in high inflation environments, and what they can do to combat it.