Stock your fridge wisely and you could slow down your body’s clock. Karen Fittall tucks into 10 must-eat-anti-ageing foods. |READMORE|

Is your retirement just around the corner? Then it’s time to make your super work harder by avoiding these common super traps.

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Pairing food with the right wine can enhance your enjoyment of both, taking your tastebuds to a higher plane. But how do you pick a wine to match your meal and generally impress your guests?
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The aged care system can seem daunting. But by understanding what’s available, you can make sure you or your loved ones get the care they need.

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If you’re aged 50 or over, some changes are on the horizon this year that could impact your retirement plans.  

Without good strategic advice, you could miss some significant opportunities or incur higher tax bills.

Here’s a rundown of what’s happening and how it could affect you. |READMORE|

Legislation has passed which means that from 1 January 2015 the assessment of income from some account based pensions for social security purposes will change. For some people, there will be no change to their assessment. For others, the changes may impact the amount of benefits received now, or in the future. We examine the change in more detail to help you understand whether or not you may be impacted.
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A new report has revealed a multi-billion dollar super savings gap that could affect the retirement lifestyle of thousands of Australian workers. Here’s how you can make sure your financial security isn’t at risk.
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Dividends have cushioned an eight-year rollercoaster ride for share investors.

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With Australians now looking forward to 20 years or more in retirement, your super alone may not be enough to fund a comfortable retirement lifestyle. Here are some tips to help you build a bigger nest egg sooner — so you can retire when you want to, not just when you can afford to.

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Dried fruits can be a healthy addition to your daily diet.
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There are plenty of good reasons to think about moving overseas. But are you ready to live it up abroad?
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There are a million health and fitness plans out there, but which ones work and which ones are just fads?  Here are five simple facts to help you make your own decisions when it comes to living a healthy and happy life. 

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Australian investors can enjoy big tax savings with a unique system that prevents double taxation on dividends from shares - so make sure you're not missing out on yours.

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What is Critical illness insurance, who should have it and can I afford it?
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Insuring your assets like your home, contents and car can provide some kind of financial relief if your property is lost or damaged. But it’s just as important to remember that you are your biggest asset; yet this is generally the area of most under-insurance. |READMORE|

During periods of sharemarket volatility, many investors turn to the perceived safety of cash investments.

But does holding a substantial portion of your investments in cash make for a sound investment strategy over the longer term? |READMORE|

It’s a brand new year, so why not make a fresh financial start?

Achieving your financial goals isn’t simply a matter of earning more. It’s also about making your money work smarter for you.

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Retirement may still be 20 years off — but that’s why you need to make the most of your savings while you’re still working.
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Keeping bones and muscles strong will keep you upright and help you look and feel good at any age, writes Rachel Smith. |READMORE|

Can you avoid a disease that you’re genetically predisposed to? Larraine Sathicq finds out. |READMORE|

You’ve worked hard all your life and are looking forward to enjoying a comfortable retirement. How can you be sure that your savings will last?
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Are the rules you live by doing you more harm than good?
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The opportunity to make large concessionally taxed super contributions is now a thing of the past. With caps on how much we can put into super, it can be highly beneficial to really important that you contribute as much each financial year to boost your super savings (if your cashflow allows)*, without exceeding the cap.

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The opportunity to make larger tax-effective contributions from your pre-tax money just before you retire is limited.

So it’s really important you make the most of your contribution cap* each financial year to boost your super balance (if your cashflow allows).  |READMORE|

For many people, their biggest priority is to pay off their home loan as quickly as possible. It can provide a sense of freedom to actively reduce the amount you owe the bank, and know you own a bigger portion of your home. Here’s an example of how one couple took a different approach to achieve this goal sooner. |READMORE|

One reason property has been such an impressive wealth-creator for so many Australians is that it forces us to invest regularly, almost without thinking. But property isn't the only way to benefit from a disciplined investment plan. Here are three simple ideas to help you end this financial year ahead. |READMORE|

Markets are up, delivering investors welcome rewards but that doesn’t mean volatility is a thing of the past. Here are some tips for making the most of a rising market while keeping your retirement savings safe.

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It’s safe to say, we all desire a long, healthy retirement. And for Australia’s Baby Boomer population and generations to follow, this is a likely scenario.

How your superannuation nest egg, property assets and other investments play together to fund this desire is something financial planners work on with clients every day. |READMORE|

With markets up one day and down the next, it can be difficult to feel comfortable about investing in shares. Here are five savvy strategies to help you manage your portfolio:

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The world's best investors have developed a number of highly successful investment strategies in decades past. We take a look at some lessons from three of the world's most successful investors and see how they can be put into practice. |READMORE|

You’ve worked hard to build your business from the ground up — you’re finally ready to reap the rewards.
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Unfortunately, self-managed super funds can make an attractive target for operators using questionable and sometimes clearly illegal methods to try to get a slice of our retirement money.

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A Will and testamentary trust can ensure your final wishes are carried out, but who’s around to help ensure things don’t go awry while you’re alive? |READMORE|

With the changes in the concessional contribution cap this question is more important than ever. MLC’s Technical experts investigate: |READMORE|

Get rich quick schemes rely on people not understanding that the road to wealth isn’t quick, it’s about consistent saving and a long-term investment strategy.
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Australians are living longer than ever before. So it’s important to be financially ready for retirement — and the changes to your lifestyle along the way.

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Paying off the mortgage is the new Australian dream, according to new research from MLC, the Australia Today report, with almost 80% of Australians placing outright home ownership as their most important priority.

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Managing your own super? You might be thinking about adding property to your portfolio. Here’s what you need to consider before you do.

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Got itchy feet?  If you love to travel, you know that it doesn’t come cheap. But by planning ahead and acting smart you can save on costs - so you can pack your bags for that trip of a lifetime sooner.

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Your children have left home, leaving you with time on your hands to do the things you’ve always dreamt of doing. But first of all, here are three things you need to take care of.
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Here are ten tips to help you get your Estate Planning in order.
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Retirement is a fabulous time to branch out and visit places you haven’t been to before or even go back and explore the fabulous places you just haven’t spent enough time at in the past.

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If your kids are spending more time on screens than in the great outdoors, it’s time to take action. Here are five ideas to help them ‘switch off’ – and reconnect with the real world.

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Actions speak louder than words, so learn to pick up on and read non-verbal cues and make them work for you.
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With news of the financial world changing daily and TV reports and newspaper columnists predicting the worst, it’s understandable some investors are worried about the safety of their nest egg. |READMORE|

A recent investigation found Australians aged over 65 experienced financial abuse more often than any other crime. So if you’re considering putting a Power of Attorney (PoA) in place, here’s how to keep yourself - and your money - safe.

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Did you know that around 90 per cent of women end up with not enough superannuation savings to fund the lifestyle they want in retirement? In fact, the average superannuation account balance for women when they retire is around $90,000 less than the average for men.

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Jeremy asks: My wife and I are 60 years old, employed full-time and have a jointly owned investment property we’d like to sell. We plan to retire at the end of this financial year. Should we contribute the sale proceeds into superannuation and should we do this before or after we retire?

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Rodney asks: I’d like to take out extra life insurance. What are the pros and cons of buying it in or outside super?

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