Due to unfortunate circumstances, Elaine and her husband, Max, lost their business, home, car and life savings while they had two young children. A few years later, Max was diagnosed with terminal cancer. Elaine and Max worked hard to set the family up financially before he passed. Hear how they achieved financial security and how Elaine’s managed her money and sought advice in the lead up to her retirement.  

If you’d like a different question answered in the podcast about how you could make the most of your super, we’d love to hear from you. Complete the form at australiansuper.com/story

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Host Shane Hancock sits down with financial adviser Helen Harrison to talk about how much super someone needs in retirement. Helen and Shane also discuss when it’s a good time to start preparing for retirement and some quick ways you can start the planning process.

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Helen references the ASFA Retirement Standard, September quarter 2022. The latest ASFA Retirement Standards are available at superannuation.asn.au/resources/retirement-standard/

Source: AustralianSuper membership as at 31 December 2022.

AustralianSuper has engaged Industry Fund Services Limited (IFS) ABN 54 007 016 195, AFSL 232514 to facilitate the provision of financial advice to members of AustralianSuper. Advice is provided by financial advisers who are Authorised Representatives of IFS. Fees may apply. Further information is in the IFS Financial Services Guide available by calling 1300 138 848. IFS is responsible for any advice given to you by its Authorised Representatives

This may include general financial advice which doesn’t take into account your personal objectives, financial situation or needs. Before making a decision about AustralianSuper, you should think about your financial requirements and refer to the relevant Product Disclosure Statement available at australiansuper.com/pds or by calling 1300 300 273. A Target Market Determination (TMD) is a document that outlines the target market a product has been designed for. Find the TMDs at australiansuper.com/TMD. AustralianSuper Pty Ltd, ABN 94 006 457 987, AFSL 233788, Trustee of AustralianSuper ABN 65 714 394 898.

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After a fulfilling and passionate career, AustralianSuper member John has been enjoying retirement for the past 11 years. And although he’s financially independent, he’s still picking up the odd job here and there to keep things interesting. Hear about when John started thinking about retirement, the steps he took to save more super, and how frequently he sees his financial adviser.

If you’d like to share your story about how you started planning for retirement and inspire others to make the most of their super, we’d love to hear from you. Complete the form at australiansuper.com/story

To find out more about AustralianSuper visit australiansuper.com

The views expressed are those of the member based on their particular circumstances, reproduced with their continuing consent.

This may include general financial advice which doesn’t take into account your personal objectives, financial situation or needs. Before making a decision about AustralianSuper, you should think about your financial requirements and refer to the relevant Product Disclosure Statement available at australiansuper.com/pds or by calling 1300 300 273. A Target Market Determination (TMD) is a document that outlines the target market a product has been designed for. Find the TMDs at australiansuper.com/TMD. AustralianSuper Pty Ltd, ABN 94 006 457 987, AFSL 233788, Trustee of AustralianSuper ABN 65 714 394 898.

Before adding to your super, consider your financial circumstances, contribution caps that may apply, and tax issues. We recommend you consider seeking financial advice.

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AustralianSuper member, Karen, has had a diverse career – from teaching aerobics to running an online store. At 67 she’s now enjoying retirement, spending time with the grandkids and making travel plans for the next few years.

As a single mum, Karen’s always been conscious of her finances. Hear how Karen started preparing for retirement and the things she wished she’d done differently.

If you’d like to share your story about how you started planning for retirement and inspire others to make the most of their super, we’d love to hear from you. Complete the form at australiansuper.com/story

To find out more about AustralianSuper visit australiansuper.com

The views expressed are those of the member based on their particular circumstances, reproduced with their continuing consent.

This may include general financial advice which doesn’t take into account your personal objectives, financial situation or needs. Before making a decision about AustralianSuper, you should think about your financial requirements and refer to the relevant Product Disclosure Statement available at australiansuper.com/pds or by calling 1300 300 273. A Target Market Determination (TMD) is a document that outlines the target market a product has been designed for. Find the TMDs at australiansuper.com/TMD. AustralianSuper Pty Ltd, ABN 94 006 457 987, AFSL 233788, Trustee of AustralianSuper ABN 65 714 394 898.

Before adding to your super, consider your financial circumstances, contribution caps that may apply, and tax issues. We recommend you consider seeking financial advice.

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