Retirement
Where Aussies go wrong with investing
Award-winning financial planner, Adele Martin, works specifically with investors in their 20s, 30s and 40s. In this episode, she speaks to host Alex Whitlock about where her clients typically go wrong.
Where Aussies go wrong with investing
Award-winning financial planner, Adele Martin, works specifically with investors in their 20s, 30s and 40s. In this episode, she speaks to host Alex Whitlock about where her clients typically go wrong.
Joined by co-host Phillip Tarrant, Adele also discusses common misconceptions about retirement planning, and working out just how much you will need to retire comfortably, and reveals how simple planning strategies can set you up for life.
In this episode, learn:
- The consequences of inaction
- How to balance saving with having fun
- How to assess income needs for retirement
Retirement Planning
Young educators prioritise retirement over home ownership and family planning
In a significant shift from traditional financial priorities, young educators in Australia are placing greater emphasis on saving for retirement over other life milestones such as home ownership, ...Read more
Retirement Planning
Retirement happiness on the rise, but cost-of-living worries cloud confidence
Australians aged 60 and over are generally positive about their retirement, but concerns about the rising cost of living continue to impact their lifestyle and financial security, according to the ...Read more
Retirement Planning
Australia's retirement system nears tipping point as withdrawals surpass contributions
State Street has unveiled a significant new research series, "Reimagining Retirement," which highlights a critical juncture for Australia's retirement system. The study, released on 1 April 2026, ...Read more
Retirement Planning
Online wills initiative aims to boost superannuation and retirement engagement
In a bid to increase engagement with superannuation and retirement planning, Aware Super has expanded its online wills service, following a successful pilot program. The initiative, launched in ...Read more
Retirement Planning
New digital platform revolutionises retirement planning for Aware Super members
A groundbreaking digital platform by Aware Super is transforming the way retirees plan and manage their pensions, with significant results already seen in the pilot phase. The tool, named Retirement ...Read more
Retirement Planning
The retirement mortgage squeeze: how one bank turned a demographic risk into a strategic edge
An increasing share of Australians are entering their 60s still paying off mortgages, just as living costs and interest charges stay stubbornly high. For banks, super funds, retailers and ...Read more
Retirement Planning
The retirement mortgage crunch: what it means for banks, retailers and policy in Australia
A growing share of Australians are carrying mortgages into their 60s and beyond, colliding with persistent cost-of-living pressures and a “slow grind” macro outlook. This isn’t just a social story; it ...Read more
Retirement Planning
Majority of Australians still unsure about their retirement prospects
A recent survey conducted by MFS Investment Management® has shed light on the ongoing uncertainty faced by many Australians regarding their retirement plans. Despite a slight increase in confidence ...Read more
Retirement Planning
Young educators prioritise retirement over home ownership and family planning
In a significant shift from traditional financial priorities, young educators in Australia are placing greater emphasis on saving for retirement over other life milestones such as home ownership, ...Read more
Retirement Planning
Retirement happiness on the rise, but cost-of-living worries cloud confidence
Australians aged 60 and over are generally positive about their retirement, but concerns about the rising cost of living continue to impact their lifestyle and financial security, according to the ...Read more
Retirement Planning
Australia's retirement system nears tipping point as withdrawals surpass contributions
State Street has unveiled a significant new research series, "Reimagining Retirement," which highlights a critical juncture for Australia's retirement system. The study, released on 1 April 2026, ...Read more
Retirement Planning
Online wills initiative aims to boost superannuation and retirement engagement
In a bid to increase engagement with superannuation and retirement planning, Aware Super has expanded its online wills service, following a successful pilot program. The initiative, launched in ...Read more
Retirement Planning
New digital platform revolutionises retirement planning for Aware Super members
A groundbreaking digital platform by Aware Super is transforming the way retirees plan and manage their pensions, with significant results already seen in the pilot phase. The tool, named Retirement ...Read more
Retirement Planning
The retirement mortgage squeeze: how one bank turned a demographic risk into a strategic edge
An increasing share of Australians are entering their 60s still paying off mortgages, just as living costs and interest charges stay stubbornly high. For banks, super funds, retailers and ...Read more
Retirement Planning
The retirement mortgage crunch: what it means for banks, retailers and policy in Australia
A growing share of Australians are carrying mortgages into their 60s and beyond, colliding with persistent cost-of-living pressures and a “slow grind” macro outlook. This isn’t just a social story; it ...Read more
Retirement Planning
Majority of Australians still unsure about their retirement prospects
A recent survey conducted by MFS Investment Management® has shed light on the ongoing uncertainty faced by many Australians regarding their retirement plans. Despite a slight increase in confidence ...Read more