Netplan - Australian Retirement Advice

This meaty episode provides an overview of how the system works and how you can get better bang for your buck if you're using a Government funded home care package.

We also explain how for some, the estate they leave to their loved ones could be considerably sell under the new rules and why putting Mum or Dad into aged care before June 30 (if they are ready) could be a very sound financial decision.

In this episode we chat about markets, Super, Tax, Death Benefits, Centrelink and answer questions from callers all over Australia.,

Live radio on the ABC Mornings Statewide program, after the budget, where we explain what's happened and take listener's calls.

With some share-markets now in "correction" territory, we explain what you shouldn't do in times like this. We provide some solid reasons why you should still sleep tonight and what to do later, when things improve.

For seniors, a special trick that could see you getting more money form Centrelink, thanks to the drop ! Incredible, but true. We explain why and what to do.

Centrelink payment rates increase on March 20 with a spin off effect in that many more senior Aussies will now qualify for a part-pension for the first time. That's because the upper means test cut-off thresholds increase. A must listen for those in or contemplating retirement in the next few years.

https://www.netplan.com.au/articles/centrelink-benefits-increase-from-march-20-2025

If you ever worked in the UK, this is a must listen. The UK State Pension is a non mean-tested benefit which really is, money for jam. Backed by His Majesty's Government, learn how a modest outlay generates an effective return of at least 38 percent for life. A must for those who worked there - or your British mates.

How about a strategy where you buy a swanky apartment now, negatively gear the property until you retire, and then move in.

You sell your existing home and dump the proceeds into super.

Sounds like a plan ?

In this podcast we answer a real life question that also deals with non concessional contributions and other things to consider, to maximise the tax concessions and benefits.

A very busy session with questions ranging from Superannuation to Aged Care. Listen in, you're sure to learn something new.

A range of questions regarding Superannuation, Retirement, Tax and Pensions. The usual mix !

We reveal a new scam that appears to catch out even the tech savvy. A clever way of stealing your ID to access your MyGov data. A must-listen for any one making heavy use of the site.