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On average, Australians are living longer than ever before and to very old ages. However, living to extreme ages (over 110) is still a rare event, which sparks the question How long can Australians live? A new report from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) explores trends in Australia’s increasing life expectancy and…
Scott and Jacqui Phillips are passionate about helping older Australians feel more financially secure, happier, and healthier in their retirement years.
Downsizing is a common strategy in retirement and while selling up and moving to a smaller, more manageable home can be a good solution for some, for many it is often driven by the need to access funds rather than a change of lifestyle.
How much do you need to comfortably retire? It’s a common concern and it all depends on how you plan to spend your retirement, as well as any big costs you might have now, or planned for down the track.
If you’re over 55 and own your home, you can use a reverse mortgage to access income or a lump sum of cash while still retaining significant equity.
It’s not only younger people who are struggling to put a roof over their heads. Over the past two decades, the circumstances of older Australians seeking affordable housing have deteriorated, with home ownership rates plummeting and a rising number of retirees saddled with mortgage debt as they enter retirement.
