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How to qualify for the age pension if you’re just over the threshold
If you're on the cusp of receiving the age pension but have slightly too much in assets, here are some steps you can take to potentially help you qualify.
Ask Paul: I’m desperate to go caravanning, should I sell my house to pay for it?
Lou is desperate to go caravanning with her dogs and is considering selling the house to pay for her adventure, but Paul Clitheroe has a different suggestion.
Why you only need $253k in super to retire
Retiring with $1 million in super isn't possible for many Aussies, but there is a sweet spot between super and the pension that means you can retire on far less.
Ask Paul: We’re inheriting $400k – how can we keep getting the pension?
With an inheritance and the sale of property, Sue and John will have $660,000 cash plus the $450,000 boat they live on. They want to keep receiving the pension.
Ask Paul: We need to borrow money for renos but we’re pensioners
Marie and her partner need a new kitchen and bathroom - nothing fancy, but they are on the pension. Where should they look for a loan?
Shock tax bills could catch out Aussie expats coming home
Expats who have been living and working abroad for even a short time could have hefty tax bills waiting for them on their return to Australia.
Ask Paul: A financial planner lost me tens of thousands of dollars
In 2001, a financial planner ignored John's instructions and invested 40% of his wealth in US shares. Then September 11 happened.
Aussies need to start using the family home to fund retirement: report
The family home is an untapped asset that can be used to fund retirement, urges the Retirement Income Review.
Retirement reality check: the age pension is not a plan
The old age pension was set up as a safety net for Australians. It is not a retirement plan.
Second $750 coronavirus payment to hit bank accounts from this week
$750 is due to the hit the bank accounts of five million Australians this week as part of the second Economic Support Payment. Find out if you're eligible.
