Have you ever considered what would happen if you were forced to retire earlier than planned? Whether due to illness, injury, or job loss, unplanned retirement can make a big change to your financial future. 

In this episode, Anne and Josh dive into practical ways you can manage if you suddenly face retirement. They unpack key questions like: 

If you’re worried about a sudden retirement, or want to be better prepared, listen in to the episode and check your super balance today. And remember, getting personal financial advice can make all the difference. If you’re a member with us, advice about your super account is included in your membership1. 

Tune into Super Insider now to find out how you can turn life’s unexpected challenges into opportunities for a secure retirement. 

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CREDITS    

Anne Fuchs, Australian Retirement Trust Executive General Manager of Advice, Guidance and Education 

Joshua van Gestel, Australian Retirement Trust Senior Manager Education Delivery 

1.Any advice given is provided by representatives of Sunsuper Financial Services Pty Ltd ABN 50 087 154 818, AFSL 227867 (SFS) or QInvest Limited ABN 35 063 511 580, AFSL 238274 (QInvest), both wholly owned by the Trustee as an asset of Australian Retirement Trust. SFS and QInvest are separate legal entities responsible for the financial services they provide. Eligibility conditions apply. Refer to the Financial Service Guide available at art.com.au/fsg for Super Savings and qsuper.com.au/disclosure for QSuper. You can find out more about your advice options at art.com.au/advice for Super Savings and for QSuper at qsuper.qld.gov.au/advice.  

ART Financial Wellbeing Index 2024. Survey of 1,000 Australians, carried out by Ipsos on behalf of Australian Retirement Trust from September-November 2023. 

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