Dipping your toe into retirement

There are some great hacks to just try retirement before you buy, today my programme producer, Emilia Fuller along with AWARE Super's, Kat McPhee join me to talk through those hacks.   This episode is sponsored by AWARE Super Follow us on social media and via email Get in touch with Bec here: B…

BONUS EP: The Super Hack Explained

As you may have seen in the headlines, there's been a major cyber incident involving six of Australia's superannuation funds. It's a story that's not only making waves in the financial world but is also raising serious questions about the security of our retirement savings. In this episode, we’re d…

To downsize or not to downsize

We discuss housing in your later years, however that looks. Whether it’s downsizing after kids have moved out, paying off your family home or renting in this volatile market. Joining me is Michael Fotheringham, Managing Director At The Australian Housing And Urban Research Institute.   Follow us …

How fast can markets recover from here?

In this episode of Prime Time, I’m joined by economist Malcolm Wood, Head of Institutional Research and Asset Allocation at Ord Minnett to unpack the uncomfortable question so many retirees and pre-retirees are quietly asking: How bad is this going to get—and how fast could we recover? Markets hav…

So, you want to retire early?

Have you been thinking you'd want to retire early? In this episode we'll go through the things to consider and reasons people want to retire early. Joining me is Drew Meredith, Wealth Management Expert from Wattle Partners Follow us on social media and via email Get in touch with Bec here: Bec@pr…

April 1st is coming...what to reassess about health insurance

There’s a price rise coming our way in health insurance on April 1st. It can leave you wondering how heath insurance should feature in your pre-retirement and retirement budget. To answer all your questions, and mine is Sally Tindall, director of data insights at Canstar.  Follow us on social medi…

How Trump's presidency could affect YOUR super

I’ve had lots of people reaching out with jitters around the impact that Donald Trump’s presidency could have on Australia. In particular, the possibility of Australia’s superannuation being diminished as markets are being disrupted. We break down sequencing risk as we’re fully aware how much of a …

All the big issues in the upcoming election; analysed for YOU

Everyone is still waiting for the call, so in this episode, I take a deep dive into the challenges facing midlifers and retirees, breaking them down one by one. Joining me to discuss the political landscape is Shane Wright, senior economics correspondent at The Age and The Sydney Morning Herald. To…

How to get the right financial advice for you

This week we look at a case study from someone in the Epic Retirement Community who realised after a consultation that she wasn't properly defining what she wanted from her financial adviser. To help me is David Lane, the State Manager and Senior Adviser at Ord Minnett  Follow us on social media a…

How to start planning your epic caravan adventure

I chat with Luke Chippendale from the Caravan Industry Association to uncover the must-know tips for budgeting, planning and making your dream caravanning adventure a reality. Follow us on social media and via email Get in touch with Bec here: Bec@primetimers.net You can find the podcast:  @Pri…