Family members are quick to notice that if you are able to provide for yourself in retirement, you must have a stash of cash somewhere.
Financial Planning
Divorce in later life can have a devastating emotional and financial impact, here are some tips to help navigate the upheaval.
Dangerous myths such as 'the woman always wins' or 'assets are split 50/50' are making it harder for divorcing couples to separate their finances.
Disputing a will was once something mainly rich people did. Not anymore. But don't contest a will assuming that the estate will pay your legal costs.
After losing several relatives, Matt needs someone to tell him that his family will be ok whatever happens. So what does Paul Clitheroe think of Matt's plan for his money?
In 2001, a financial planner ignored John's instructions and invested 40% of his wealth in US shares. Then September 11 happened.
Alan and Deb still owe $459,000 on their house. Should they withdraw all of Alan's super when he turns 60 next year to help pay down the mortgage?
Sam Henderson has avoided jail but been fined $10,000 after earlier pleading guilty to charges relating to dishonest conduct and defective disclosure to clients.
Want to help out your grown kids financially without just handing them a pile of cash? You could transfer it directly to their mortgage offset account.
Ok, so you might not own a house yet, but who do you want to inherit your photos and digital music, and have access to your emails after your death? This is why you need a will.
