March 2024 Retiree newsletter

Age Pension rates (September 2024 to March 2025)

Age Pension rates increase on 20 September 2022. This article also explains how the Age Pension works, and includes the latest Age Pension rates for residents, non-residents, and the transitional… Read more

Age Pension rates (September 2024 to March 2025)

Age Pension rates increase on 20 September 2022. This article also explains how the Age Pension works, and includes the latest Age Pension rates for residents, non-residents, and the transitional… Read more

Age Pension assets test rules (from September 2024)

This article details the rules and limits of the Age Pension assets test (how much your savings and other assets are worth), which is one half of the means test… Read more

Age Pension assets test rules (from September 2024)

This article details the rules and limits of the Age Pension assets test (how much your savings and other assets are worth), which is one half of the means test… Read more

Age Pension income test rules (from September 2024)

A common question for those nearing or in retirement is “How much can a pensioner earn before it affects the pension?”. Read more

Age Pension income test rules (from September 2024)

A common question for those nearing or in retirement is “How much can a pensioner earn before it affects the pension?”. Read more

Age Pension calculator (September 2024 update)

Our Age Pension calculator gives you an estimate of your potential Age Pension entitlements based on your situation, assets and income. Read more.

Age Pension calculator (September 2024 update)

Our Age Pension calculator gives you an estimate of your potential Age Pension entitlements based on your situation, assets and income. Read more.

Am I eligible for the Age Pension?

A common question for Australians planning their retirement is if, and when, they will be eligible for the Age Pension. Read more.

Am I eligible for the Age Pension?

A common question for Australians planning their retirement is if, and when, they will be eligible for the Age Pension. Read more.

How to maximise your Age Pension

If you receive a part-Age Pension or none at all due to the level of your assets or income, these 12 strategies may help you increase your pension entitlements. Read more.

How to maximise your Age Pension

If you receive a part-Age Pension or none at all due to the level of your assets or income, these 12 strategies may help you increase your pension entitlements. Read more.

Aged care star ratings: Good but can do better

New star ratings and a Dollars to Care measure aim to shine a light on the quality of aged care facilities, but the jury is still out on the quality… Read more.

Aged care star ratings: Good but can do better

New star ratings and a Dollars to Care measure aim to shine a light on the quality of aged care facilities, but the jury is still out on the quality… Read more.

Strategies to split or share your super balance with your spouse

Wednesday 24 April 2024 at 11:00 am AEST

This webinar will show you how you can move part of your superannuation balance to your spouses account and effectively maintain equal member super balances.

Q&A: Can I combine multiple pension accounts?

Q: I know that you can easily combine multiple super funds that are in accumulation mode, but can you do it for accounts that are in pension mode? Read more.

Q&A: Can I combine multiple pension accounts?

Q: I know that you can easily combine multiple super funds that are in accumulation mode, but can you do it for accounts that are in pension mode? Read more.

Supporting younger family members with large financial gifts or ‘early inheritance’ is becoming more common, with the cost of living (and housing) rising and parents living longer than ever. If you’re considering a gift, you should understand the impact on your Age Pension entitlements before you take action.

Learn more about Age Pension gifting rules.

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