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Common sense financial advice for all stages of life. You work too hard to leave your financial life to luck. Listen in as our Financial Advisers detail their top tips and strategies to help you succeed financially - from retirement planning to everyday easy wins you can utilise to get ahead. ~ Invest Wisely ~ Retire Confidently ~ Protect your Hard-Earned Money

  1. Sep 15

    Your Will Isn’t Enough- 5 Estate Planning Documents You Need

    Estate planning isn’t just about deciding what happens to your assets after you die. It’s also about making sure the right people can make important decisions for you if you’re no longer able to make them yourself. In this episode, financial advisers Amy Lehmann and Robert Goudie break down five key documents worth considering as part of your estate plan, including: 👉 Wills and testamentary trusts 👉 Binding death benefit nominations for superannuation 👉 Medical powers of attorney 👉 Advance care directives 👉 Financial powers of attorney They also discuss why estate planning can be important even when you’re young, how superannuation fits into your estate plan, and some of the complexities that can arise when family relationships, children, significant assets or vulnerable beneficiaries are involved. In this conversation they also explore a real-world estate planning scenario and why simply leaving someone out of a will may not always achieve the outcome you intended. Whether you’re starting to think about estate planning for the first time or reviewing documents you already have in place, this conversation is a useful starting point for understanding what you may need to consider. ⚠️ General information only: This video is provided for educational and informational purposes and contains general commentary from financial advisers. It does not take into account your personal objectives, financial situation or needs, and should not be relied upon as personal financial advice. Defined benefit arrangements and superannuation rules can vary, so consider seeking professional advice before making financial decisions. Want to take the retirement conversation further? Rob and Amy will be unpacking more retirement planning topics at their upcoming live seminar, “Retiring with Confidence and Understanding Division 296”, on 23 September at 7pm. If you're in the Horsham and Wimmera region, you can join them in person at the Horsham Golf Club. Prefer to tune in from home? The session will also be available via livestream and Teams webinar. 📅 Register for the live seminar: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/retiring-with-confidence-and-understanding-division-296-tickets-1996919639397 💻 Watch online via Teams: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/bda5b7eb-c493-49f4-a2ab-cb8c155a72e6@6c89b958-14fe-4b1c-87d6-35e907781f66   Robert Goudie, CFP, GradDipFP (ASIC Reg 235974) and Amy Lehmann, BBus (FinPlan), BBus (Acc) (ASIC Reg 1292710), are authorised representatives of Consortium Private Wealth Pty Ltd | ABN 74 616 250 965 AFS Licence 495401.

  2. Aug 28

    Defined Benefit Pensions: Take the Lump Sum or Lifetime Income?

    Would you take a guaranteed income for life, or a lump sum that could potentially be passed on to your family? In this episode, financial advisers Rob Goudie and Ash Rowan break down the key considerations around defined benefit pensions and the choices people may face as they approach retirement. They discuss how defined benefit pensions generally work, why the options can vary between schemes, and the trade-offs between taking a lifetime pension, a lump sum, or a combination of both. The conversation covers: 📌How defined benefit pensions are generally calculated 📌The appeal of a guaranteed, potentially inflation-linked income 📌Lump sums and the investment risk that comes with managing the money yourself 📌What can happen to a pension when you die 📌Why your relationship status and estate planning can influence the decision 📌Lifetime income products and annuities as another option 📌Strategies that may be available when moving a lump sum into super 📌What people approaching retirement should consider before making an election   One of the biggest takeaways? There isn't a single "right" answer. Defined benefit pensions can have very different rules and options, so understanding exactly what your particular scheme offers is critical before making a decision.   Robert Goudie, CFP, (ASIC Reg 235974) and Ashley Rowan, FChFP GradDipFP, (ASIC Reg 433899), are authorised representatives of Consortium Private Wealth Pty Ltd | ABN 74 616 250 965 AFS Licence 495401

  3. Aug 21

    Can You Actually Afford to Retire? The Number You’re Probably Getting Wrong

    How much do you really need to retire? And is your super balance the best way to answer that question? In this conversation, financial advisers Amy Lehmann and Rob Goudie unpack some of the common assumptions people make when planning for retirement, from chasing a particular super balance to worrying about whether their money will last. They discuss why retirement planning is about more than reaching a magic number, including: ✔️ Understanding your income needs and desired lifestyle ✔️ Moving from the accumulation phase into retirement and drawing down your assets ✔️ How market downturns can affect retirees in the early years of retirement ✔️ Why simple retirement calculators and spreadsheets may not tell the whole story ✔️ The potential role of the Age Pension and Centrelink in retirement planning ✔️ Planning for different spending patterns as you get older ✔️ Supporting children without compromising your own retirement ✔️ Considering longevity, inheritance and unexpected changes in circumstances ✔️ Why retirement isn't only a financial decision. It's also about how you want to spend your time and enjoy your health For many Australians, the biggest retirement question isn't simply “How much have I saved?”. It may be “Can my money provide the lifestyle I want for the rest of my life?” Amy and Rob share their perspectives from working with clients and explain why personalised retirement projections and stress testing can help people understand what their retirement could look like.   Robert Goudie, CFP, GradDipFP (ASIC Reg 235974) and Amy Lehmann, BBus (FinPlan), BBus (Acc) (ASIC Reg 1292710), are authorised representatives of Consortium Private Wealth Pty Ltd | ABN 74 616 250 965 AFS Licence 495401.

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Common sense financial advice for all stages of life. You work too hard to leave your financial life to luck. Listen in as our Financial Advisers detail their top tips and strategies to help you succeed financially - from retirement planning to everyday easy wins you can utilise to get ahead. ~ Invest Wisely ~ Retire Confidently ~ Protect your Hard-Earned Money