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Bec Wilson is the author of How To Have An Epic Retirement and writes a weekly newsletter for pre- and post-retirees at epicretirement.net.

Are you guilty of these five midlife money myths?

Are you guilty of these five midlife money myths?

It can feel easy to take financial shortcuts as you get older. But these myths will stop you from having a healthier, wealthier and wiser retirement.

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Have you heard of retirement bonuses? Here’s how to get one

Have you heard of retirement bonuses? Here’s how to get one

Some super funds are paying out up to $22,000 to those ending their work lives. Here’s how that works.

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How to retire happy and still leave your kids an inheritance

How to retire happy and still leave your kids an inheritance

Many modern retirees are feeling tremendous pressure to pass money onto their children and grandchildren. Here’s how to manage expectations.

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How do you actually spend your super? Here’s all you need to know
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How do you actually spend your super? Here’s all you need to know

Spending your superannuation can be daunting and, at times, confusing. Here’s all you need to know about accessing your nest egg.

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How can super funds help us retire happy? Here are eight ideas

How can super funds help us retire happy? Here are eight ideas

Most super funds are not yet accustomed to managing the needs of retirees, but the winds of change are gathering.

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How do I get my super when I retire? And how much will I need?
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How do I get my super when I retire? And how much will I need?

We save our whole lives to build our retirement income, but how do we actually get it once the time comes around?

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How to retire sooner with less (and still be comfortable)

How to retire sooner with less (and still be comfortable)

Here’s what to consider if you want to retire before you reach age pension age but don’t have a big superannuation balance.

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There are four types of modern retirees. Which one are you?

There are four types of modern retirees. Which one are you?

Retirement age and the concept of retirement in Australia is changing dramatically, and there are four distinct approaches emerging.

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Six financial foundations you need in place (long) before retiring

Six financial foundations you need in place (long) before retiring

When you look at people retiring comfortably today, it’s easy to see what the most important foundations of a happy retirement are.

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You’ll probably live longer than you think, so start planning now

You’ll probably live longer than you think, so start planning now

Life expectancies are changing rapidly, with 42-year-olds today possibly living until 99. It’s key to factor this into your retirement planning.

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Could grandparents be our biggest financial influencers?

Could grandparents be our biggest financial influencers?

Teaching the younger generation how to be frugal with their cash can be valuable wisdom for grandparents to impart, but it’s become more difficult to do.

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