Retire Right

318 rethinking retirement: structure, purpose and smart money moves


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Retirement isn't a full stop anymore, it's a new rhythm. In this episode, Glen sits down with Kat McPhee from Aware Super to unpack how Aussies are redefining retirement, why so many feel anxious about money, and how to plan for a future that's flexible, confident and uniquely yours. They discuss:


👉🏾 why retirement anxiety is on the rise

👉🏿 finding structure and purpose after full-time work

👉🏻 how to 'un-retire' or ease into part-time

👉 key watchouts when drawing from super

👉🏼 tools to help you feel more retirement-ready

👉🏽 why a binding super nomination really matters

👉🏾 how advice can protect you from costly mistakes


This is a sponsored episode.


If you’d like to explore your options further, check out Aware Super’s My Retirement Planner, Super Resources, and Retirement Guide at aware.com.au.


The report mentioned in the episode can be found here: https://aware.com.au/member/about-us/newsroom/march-2025/state-of-retirement-report


Consider if this is right for you and the PDS at aware.com.au Advice provided by Aware Financial Services Australia Limited, wholly owned by Aware Super. Members can get advice about their Aware Super accounts at no extra cost, or advice on their broader needs for a fee. Retirement income and investment earnings are not guaranteed. Payments will cease once the account balance is depleted. Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs. Issued by Aware Super Pty Ltd ABN 11 118 202 672, AFSL 293340, the trustee of Aware Super ABN 53 226 460 365. Symo Interactive Pty Ltd trading as Retire Right Australia & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289.


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