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Retire Right

Retire Right

Glen James

Retire Right is an Australian Retirement podcast.


You only retire once, so retire right.


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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Retire Right episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Retire Right for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Retire Right episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

To kick off the new year financial advisers, Martin McGrath and Wayne Terry answer your questions about:


👉 funding your pre-super years if retiring before 60

👉🏽 best way to structure joint investment property ownership

👉🏾 CGT strategies for moving shares into super


If you’d like to chat with someone about your personal situation, reach out to our team so we can connect you with a professional: https://www.retireright.com.au/get-help


Sign up to the Retire Right newsletter here: https://email.retireright.com.au/


🏡 Join the retire right facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/retireright


To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.


Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.


Martin McGrath, Financial Edge Group and their employed financial advisers are authorised representatives of Synchron Advice AFSL 243313.


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In today's episode Glen and Martin answer a listener question about quitting a casual job at age 60 and what that means for accessing super. Plus, they dive deep into the behind-the-scenes super components that can affect tax, estate planning and insurance. They touch on:


👉🏻 when quitting a job at 60 lets you access super

👉 the difference between preservation age and conditions of release

👉🏼 how “taxable” vs “non-taxable” super components actually work

👉🏽 why eligible service dates (ESDs) matter for tax and TPD

👉🏾 the risks of rolling over super without understanding the rules


If you’d like to chat with someone about your personal situation, reach out to our team so we can connect you with a professional: https://www.retireright.com.au/get-help


Sign up to the Retire Right newsletter here: https://email.retireright.com.au/


🏡 Join the retire right facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/retireright


To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.


Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.


Symo Interactive Pty Ltd trading as Retire Right Australia & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289. Martin McGrath, Financial Edge Group and their employed financial advisers are authorised representatives of Synchron Advice AFSL 243313.


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Retire Right - 316 income streams & annuities in retirement
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04/23/25 • 41 min

In today’s episode Glen James and financial adviser Martin McGrath discuss key points from a Grattan Institute report which details a simpler super system that would allow retirees to stress less, spend more, and enjoy their retirement years. Glen and Martin also explain what annuities are and how they can be used in your retirement strategy. For more on annuities check out the episode below.


Read the Simpler Super report here: https://grattan.edu.au/report/simpler-super/


🎧 Listen to the annuity deep dive episode here: Apple Podcast | Spotify


If you’d like to chat with someone about your personal situation, reach out to our team so we can connect you with a professional: https://www.retireright.com.au/get-help


Sign up to the Retire Right newsletter here: https://email.retireright.com.au/


🏡 Join the retire right facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/retireright


To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.


Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs. Symo Interactive Pty Ltd trading as Retire Right Australia & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289. Martin McGrath, Financial Edge Group and their employed financial advisers are authorised representatives of Synchron Advice AFSL 243313.


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Retire Right - Hello from Retire Right 👋
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10/11/22 • 1 min

November 2022

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Retire Right - Welcome to Retire Right
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02/21/24 • 1 min



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Retirement comes with its fair share of uncertainties, but understanding the risks can help you retire confidently. In this episode, Glen chats with Ben Marshan—former financial adviser and head of policy at the Financial Planning Association (FPA)—to unpack some of the biggest risks retirees face and how to tackle them. With years of experience helping clients and advisers navigate retirement, Ben shares valuable insights on how to approach this crucial life stage. They touch on:


👉 longevity risk

👉🏼 sequencing risk

👉🏽 inflation risk

👉🏾 market risk/diversification

👉🏿 interest rate risk

👉🏻 health care costs

👉 liquidity risk

👉🏼 behavioural risk

👉🏽 purpose and social risk


Learn more about Impaktful here: https://www.impaktful.com.au


If you’d like to chat with someone about your personal situation, reach out to our team so we can connect you with a professional: https://www.retireright.com.au/get-help


Sign up to the Retire Right newsletter here: https://email.retireright.com.au/


🏡 Join the retire right facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/retireright


To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.


Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.


Symo Interactive Pty Ltd trading as Retire Right Australia & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289.


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In today's episode financial adviser Phil Thompson from Skye Wealth joins Glen on the show to answer your questions about life insurance. They touch on:


👉 the 4 types: death cover, income protection, TPD and trauma

👉🏼 the 3 ways to obtain insurance

👉🏽 insurance inside super explained

👉 why use a financial adviser?

👉🏾 how financial adviser commissions work

👉🏿 is claiming easier inside or outside of super?

👉🏻 do you need life insurance and when to cancel it


To chat with an adviser about getting personalised life insurance advice check out: https://www.skye.com.au


If you’d like to chat with someone about your personal situation, reach out to our team so we can connect you with a professional: https://www.retireright.com.au/get-help


Sign up to the Retire Right newsletter here: https://email.retireright.com.au/


🏡 Join the retire right facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/retireright


To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.


Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.


Symo Interactive Pty Ltd trading as Retire Right Australia & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289.


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Retire Right - 236 elder abuse: what are the signs & what to do
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10/23/24 • 52 min

In today's episode Glen chats with MaryAnn de Mestre, a lawyer and academic who specialises in elder law and estate planning. Glen and MaryAnn dive into the topic of elder abuse including what it looks like, how to spot the signs, and what steps you can take if you suspect someone is a victim. MaryAnn offers practical advice for keeping an eye on your aging loved ones and what you can do if things seem off as well as some things to know around estate planning. The touch on:


👉 common forms of elder abuse (financial, psychological, physical, neglect)

👉🏼 common signs such as unexplained withdrawals, social isolation, neglect

👉🏽 what to do if you suspect elder abuse in your community

👉🏾 the role of power of attorney and how it can be abused

👉🏿 legal steps to remove or challenge a power of attorney

👉🏻 some key takeaways for estate planning and protecting vulnerable individuals


M de Mestre Lawyers website: https://mdemestrelawyers.com.au/


If you’d like to chat with someone about your personal situation, reach out to our team so we can connect you with a professional: https://www.retireright.com.au/get-help


Sign up to the Retire Right newsletter here: https://email.retireright.com.au/


🏡 Join the retire right facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/retireright


To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.


Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.


Symo Interactive Pty Ltd trading as Retire Right Australia & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289.


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Thinking about downsizing but confused by the options? Rachel Lane, Australia’s leading aged care expert, joins Glen to break down the differences between lifestyle villages and retirement villages. They cover on:


👉🏼 how contracts and fees differ

👉🏽 whether you own the home, the land, or neither

👉🏾 the real deal with exit fees and capital gains

👉🏿 what to check before signing the dotted line

👉 how to know if a village is the right fit for you


Downsizing Made Simple by Rachel Lane & Noel Whittaker: https://amzn.to/41iUPjc


Check out the exercises and resources mentioned at https://downsizingmadesimple.com.au/


If you’d like to chat with someone about your personal situation, reach out to our team so we can connect you with a professional: https://www.retireright.com.au/get-help


Sign up to the Retire Right newsletter here: https://email.retireright.com.au


🏡 Join the retire right facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/retireright


To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.


Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.


Symo Interactive Pty Ltd trading as Retire Right Australia & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289.


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In today's episode Martin and special guest James Spiridon from Challenger unpack the ins and outs of what annuities are, how they work, different types of annuities and why you might consider them as part of your retirement plan.


If you’d like to chat with someone about your personal situation, reach out to our team so we can connect you with a professional: https://www.retireright.com.au/get-help


🏡 Join the retire right facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/retireright


To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.


Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.


SYMO interactive Pty Ltd trading as this is money & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289.


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FAQ

How many episodes does Retire Right have?

Retire Right currently has 80 episodes available.

What topics does Retire Right cover?

The podcast is about Retirement, Investing, Personal Finance, Money, Podcasts and Business.

What is the most popular episode on Retire Right?

The episode title '216 pay off mortgage vs top up super, long service leave, re-contribution strategies + more' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Retire Right?

The average episode length on Retire Right is 42 minutes.

How often are episodes of Retire Right released?

Episodes of Retire Right are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Retire Right?

The first episode of Retire Right was released on Oct 11, 2022.

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