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2026/10/21
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443 The super sweet spot: is less super actually better?
2026/10/21
Retire Right is brought to you by Tallowwood Wealth Advice. Specialist retirement financial advisers. You can book a complimentary appointment wherever you are in Australia by visiting https://www.tallowwoodwealth.com.au/
Get our new book, 12 Months to Retire Right: https://link.amazon/B07u9ZQgE
Are you better off having less in super to maximise the Age Pension? You may have remembered our earlier episode on this topic - well we're back to cover it again! In this episode Glen and financial adviser Martin McGrath tackle two case studies to see how the numbers (and lifestyle factors) stack up. They touch on:
π the sweet spot concept explained and challenged
ππΌ case study one - a couple who upgrades their home
ππ½ case study one - a couple who downsizes their home
ππΎ the case for a lifetime annuity
ππΏ Glen and Martin's final thoughts
Related episode:
320 retirement sweet spot: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Youtube
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Glen James has a financial interest in Tallowwood Wealth Advice. This content is for education and entertainment purposes only and is intended for Australian residents. It is not a substitute for professional financial, tax or legal advice. Any advice provided is general financial advice only, which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs.You should consider whether the advice is appropriate for your circumstances before acting on it. If you choose to buy a financial product, read the relevant product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD), and seek personal advice from a licensed adviser. We may discuss products, services or listener questions within our content for illustration and entertainment purposes. It is impossible to provide personal advice in this format, as we donβt know your individual financial situation. We may also change the names of questioners for privacy. While we do our best to provide accurate information, we accept no responsibility for any inaccuracies. Guest opinions are theirs and their respective licence holders. SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd and Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd, which holds Australian Financial Services Licence 451289. Please read our Financial Services Guide at moneypodcast.com.au.
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442 Super contributions over $500k, selling the IP, the bucket strategy debate + more
2026/10/14
Retire Right is brought to you by Tallowwood Wealth Advice. Specialist retirement financial advisers. You can book a complimentary appointment wherever you are in Australia by visiting https://www.tallowwoodwealth.com.au/
Get our new book, 12 Months to Retire Right: https://link.amazon/B07u9ZQgE
In this Q&A, Glen and Martin discuss:
π concessional vs non concessional contribution limits explained
ππΌ can you make a downsizer contribution if your balance is over $500k?
ππ½ should we sell the investment property or keep it as supplementary income?
ππΎ do you need a bucket strategy? how does it work, flaws and when would you set one up?
ππΏ can you change super funds after age 75?
ππ» can you move personal assets like shares and managed funds into super?
π does money sitting in pension phase dwindle from fees or tax?
ππΌ should I move money from accumulation into my TTR or pension phase?
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Glen James has a financial interest in Tallowwood Wealth Advice. This content is for education and entertainment purposes only and is intended for Australian residents. It is not a substitute for professional financial, tax or legal advice. Any advice provided is general financial advice only, which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs.You should consider whether the advice is appropriate for your circumstances before acting on it. If you choose to buy a financial product, read the relevant product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD), and seek personal advice from a licensed adviser. We may discuss products, services or listener questions within our content for illustration and entertainment purposes. It is impossible to provide personal advice in this format, as we donβt know your individual financial situation. We may also change the names of questioners for privacy. While we do our best to provide accurate information, we accept no responsibility for any inaccuracies. Guest opinions are theirs and their respective licence holders. SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd and Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd, which holds Australian Financial Services Licence 451289. Please read our Financial Services Guide at moneypodcast.com.au.
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441 Transition to retirement, death tax, recontribution strategy, sell house to travel + more
2026/10/07
Retire Right is brought to you by Tallowwood Wealth Advice. Specialist retirement financial advisers. You can book a complimentary appointment wherever you are in Australia by visiting https://www.tallowwoodwealth.com.au/
Get our new book, 12 Months to Retire Right: https://link.amazon/B07u9ZQgE
In this Q&A episode Glen James and Martin McGrath discuss:
π do I need to disclose what I spend TTR money on?
ππΌ setting up a transition to retirement strategy
ππ½ will my kids have to pay tax when they receive my super and how is this calculated?
ππΎ strategies to reduce tax for super beneficiaries
ππΏ is Scott's retirement strategy sound?
ππ» what to do with my house and savings when I travel extensively in retirement
π I won't spend the minimum pension drawdown, should I keep my super in accumulation?
ππΌ what this 83yo did wrong when they wrapped up their SMSF
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Glen James has a financial interest in Tallowwood Wealth Advice. This content is for education and entertainment purposes only and is intended for Australian residents. It is not a substitute for professional financial, tax or legal advice. Any advice provided is general financial advice only, which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs.You should consider whether the advice is appropriate for your circumstances before acting on it. If you choose to buy a financial product, read the relevant product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD), and seek personal advice from a licensed adviser. We may discuss products, services or listener questions within our content for illustration and entertainment purposes. It is impossible to provide personal advice in this format, as we donβt know your individual financial situation. We may also change the names of questioners for privacy. While we do our best to provide accurate information, we accept no responsibility for any inaccuracies. Guest opinions are theirs and their respective licence holders. SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd and Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd, which holds Australian Financial Services Licence 451289. Please read our Financial Services Guide at moneypodcast.com.au.
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440 Centrelink Q&A: bereavement, gifting, super recontribution, carer payment + more
2026/09/30
Retire Right is brought to you by Tallowwood Wealth Advice. Specialist retirement financial advisers. You can book a complimentary appointment wherever you are in Australia by visiting https://www.tallowwoodwealth.com.au/
Buy Glen and Vince Scully's new book, 12 Months to Retire Right: https://link.amazon/B07u9ZQgE
Justin Bott returns to the show for another Centrelink Q&A, and as a Community Information Officer at Services Australia, he's the perfect person to answer your burning questions. In this episode, Glen and Justin touch on:
π bereavement payments - what happens to your pension when a partner dies
ππΌ self-funded retirees - are there any other cards or benefits you can access?
ππ½ what is the Financial Information Service and who can access it
ππΎ can I do a super recontribution strategy before claiming the age pension
ππΏ pension & aged care fees
ππ» carer payment vs carer allowance vs age pension
π pension residency rules
ππΌ what is considered gifting?
ππ½ reverse mortgage vs home reversion scheme and the trap to be aware of
Watch: Age Pension increase + other changes you need to know with Justin Bott from Services Australia - https://youtu.be/0kYGWUm93VE
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Glen James has a financial interest in Tallowwood Wealth Advice. This content is for education and entertainment purposes only and is intended for Australian residents. It is not a substitute for professional financial, tax or legal advice. Any advice provided is general financial advice only, which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs.You should consider whether the advice is appropriate for your circumstances before acting on it. If you choose to buy a financial product, read the relevant product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD), and seek personal advice from a licensed adviser. We may discuss products, services or listener questions within our content for illustration and entertainment purposes. It is impossible to provide personal advice in this format, as we donβt know your individual financial situation. We may also change the names of questioners for privacy. While we do our best to provide accurate information, we accept no responsibility for any inaccuracies. Guest opinions are theirs and their respective licence holders. SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd and Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd, which holds Australian Financial Services Licence 451289. Please read our Financial Services Guide at moneypodcast.com.au.
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Age Pension increase + other changes you need to know with Justin Bott from Services Australia
2026/09/24
Retire Right is brought to you by Tallowwood Wealth Advice. Specialist retirement financial advisers. You can book a complimentary appointment wherever you are in Australia by visiting https://www.tallowwoodwealth.com.au/
Buy Glen and Vince Scully's new book, 12 Months to Retire Right: https://link.amazon/B07u9ZQgE
Justin Bott from Services Australia joins Glen James to unpack the changes that took effect on 20 September and what it means for your pension. They touch on:
π 12 Months to Retire Right is now on sale and available for pre-order!
ππΌ the new increased age pension rates
ππ½ living and travelling overseas & the pension
ππΎ the new income and assets limits
ππΏ key dates to review your pension eligibility if you don't currently qualify
ππ» new Commonwealth Seniors Health Card income limits
π the new deeming rates and what deeming is
ππΌ investment properties & the pension
ππ½ the updated value of shares
Learn more at servicesaustralia.gov.au
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Glen James has a financial interest in Tallowwood Wealth Advice. This content is for education and entertainment purposes only and is intended for Australian residents. It is not a substitute for professional financial, tax or legal advice. Any advice provided is general financial advice only, which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs.You should consider whether the advice is appropriate for your circumstances before acting on it. If you choose to buy a financial product, read the relevant product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD), and seek personal advice from a licensed adviser. We may discuss products, services or listener questions within our content for illustration and entertainment purposes. It is impossible to provide personal advice in this format, as we donβt know your individual financial situation. We may also change the names of questioners for privacy. While we do our best to provide accurate information, we accept no responsibility for any inaccuracies. Guest opinions are theirs and their respective licence holders. SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd and Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd, which holds Australian Financial Services Licence 451289. Please read our Financial Services Guide at moneypodcast.com.au.
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439 Property Q&A: how CGT will work, investment property after age 50, best time to sell + more
2026/09/23
Retire Right is brought to you by Tallowwood Wealth Advice. Specialist retirement financial advisers. You can book a complimentary appointment wherever you are in Australia by visiting https://www.tallowwoodwealth.com.au/
Buy Glen and Vince Scully's new book, 12 Months to Retire Right: https://link.amazon/B07u9ZQgE
In today's episode Glen is joined by John Pidgeon, buyer's advocate, host of This Is Property and author of Sort Your Property Out and Build Your Future for a property deep dive and Q&A. They touch on:
π how capital gains tax will be calculated under the new changes pre and post July 2027
ππΌ negative gearing isn't gone - this is how it will work moving forward!
ππ½ turning a PPOR that was bought before the May budget into an investment property
ππΎ holding an investment property after 50 - what to consider
ππΏ when's the best time to sell a property?
ππ» should I move into my investment property or sell it?
π should I help my kids by purchasing and renting an investment property to them?
ππΌ can you avoid CGT by turning an investment property into your PPOR for 1-2 years?
ππΎ sell IP now in mid 50s and pay off the home or wait until no longer working for tax efficiency?
Resources mentioned in the chat:
Watch this episode on Youtube here: https://youtu.be/nCQD9RDebuw
12 Months to Retire Right by Glen James and Vince Scully: https://link.amazon/B07u9ZQgE
Sort Your Property Out: And Build Your Future by Glen James and John Pidgeon: https://link.amazon/B045jKvnD
The Quick-Start Guide to Your First Property by Glen James and Rachelle Kroon: https://link.amazon/B09oz5Fal
Book a clarity call with John here: https://www.solverewealth.com.au/clarity-call-with-john-pidgeon/
Need help selling a property? Envisage Property Vendor's Advocate service: https://www.envisageproperty.com.au/vendors-advocate-service
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Glen James has a financial interest in Tallowwood Wealth Advice. This content is for education and entertainment purposes only and is intended for Australian residents. It is not a substitute for professional financial, tax or legal advice. Any advice provided is general financial advice only, which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs.You should consider whether the advice is appropriate for your circumstances before acting on it. If you choose to buy a financial product, read the relevant product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD), and seek personal advice from a licensed adviser. We may discuss products, services or listener questions within our content for illustration and entertainment purposes. It is impossible to provide personal advice in this format, as we donβt know your individual financial situation. We may also change the names of questioners for privacy. While we do our best to provide accurate information, we accept no responsibility for any inaccuracies. Guest opinions are theirs and their respective licence holders. SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd and Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd, which holds Australian Financial Services Licence 451289. Please read our Financial Services Guide at moneypodcast.com.au.
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438 Money in your 70s: optimising and protecting
2026/09/16
Retire Right is brought to you by Tallowwood Wealth Advice. Specialist retirement financial advisers. You can book a complimentary appointment wherever you are in Australia by visiting https://www.tallowwoodwealth.com.au/Β
Buy Glen and Vince Scully's new book, 12 Months to Retire Right: https://link.amazon/B07u9ZQgE
Retirement planning doesnβt just happen once, itβs an ongoing process that changes as you move through your 50s, 60s and 70s. In this episode, Glen and financial adviser Martin McGrath discuss why your 70s are the decade to optimise and protect your wealth. They cover:
π reviewing your Government entitlements regularly
ππΌ key things to review
ππ½ reviewing pension draw down each year
ππΎ the minimum pension payment by age
ππΏ simplifying your affairs
ππ» recontribution and final contribution strategies
π the Downsizer contribution explained
ππΌ planning age cared needs early
ππ½ reviewing your estate plan
ππΎ spending with confidence
ππΏ leaving a legacy and helping adult kids
ππ» action steps
Money in your 60s: Apple | Spotify
Money in your 50s: Apple | Spotify
Aged Care planning case study: Apple | Spotify | Youtube
Download the episode slides here: https://www.retireright.com.au/decades
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Glen James has a financial interest in Tallowwood Wealth Advice. This content is for education and entertainment purposes only and is intended for Australian residents. It is not a substitute for professional financial, tax or legal advice. Any advice provided is general financial advice only, which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs.You should consider whether the advice is appropriate for your circumstances before acting on it. If you choose to buy a financial product, read the relevant product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD), and seek personal advice from a licensed adviser. We may discuss products, services or listener questions within our content for illustration and entertainment purposes. It is impossible to provide personal advice in this format, as we donβt know your individual financial situation. We may also change the names of questioners for privacy. While we do our best to provide accurate information, we accept no responsibility for any inaccuracies. Guest opinions are theirs and their respective licence holders. SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd and Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd, which holds Australian Financial Services Licence 451289. Please read our Financial Services Guide at moneypodcast.com.au.
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437 WWGD: 50, widowed & what to do with a large life insurance payout
2026/09/09
Retire Right is brought to you by Tallowwood Wealth Advice. Specialist retirement financial advisers. You can book a complimentary appointment wherever you are in Australia by visiting https://www.tallowwoodwealth.com.au/Β
In this episode of 'What Would Glen Do', Glen chats with Louise, a 50 year old education assistant in Perth who needs help deciding what to do with the $1.4M sitting in her savings account two years on from losing her husband to a terminal illness. Louise wants to know: What should I do with it? Do I have permission to spend it? And do I need income protection?
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Glen James has a financial interest in Tallowwood Wealth Advice. This content is for education and entertainment purposes only and is intended for Australian residents. It is not a substitute for professional financial, tax or legal advice. Any advice provided is general financial advice only, which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs.You should consider whether the advice is appropriate for your circumstances before acting on it. If you choose to buy a financial product, read the relevant product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD), and seek personal advice from a licensed adviser. We may discuss products, services or listener questions within our content for illustration and entertainment purposes. It is impossible to provide personal advice in this format, as we donβt know your individual financial situation. We may also change the names of questioners for privacy. While we do our best to provide accurate information, we accept no responsibility for any inaccuracies. Guest opinions are theirs and their respective licence holders. SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd and Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd, which holds Australian Financial Services Licence 451289. Please read our Financial Services Guide at moneypodcast.com.au.
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436 Money in your 60s: the decision decade
2026/09/02
Retire Right is brought to you by Tallowwood Wealth Advice. Specialist retirement financial advisers. You can book a complimentary appointment wherever you are in Australia by visiting https://www.tallowwoodwealth.com.au/Β
Retirement planning doesnβt just happen once, itβs an ongoing process that changes as you move through your 50s, 60s and 70s. In this episode, Glen James and Martin McGrath unpack why your 60s are the most opportunity-rich decade for wealth planning. They cover:
π why your 60s are the decision decade
ππΌ maximising your final contribution opportunities
ππ½ knowing your pension options before you start one
ππΎ building your retirement timeline
ππΏ being debt free or having a strategy to get there
ππ» preparing for Government entitlements before you apply
π planning for big ticket expenses
ππ½ building your work-optional plan
ππΏ deciding what to do with your investment property
ππΌ action steps
Listen to 434 Money in your 50s: Apple Podcast | Spotify
Listen to 429 The non-financial side of retirement with Dr Joanne Earl: Apple Podcast | Spotify
Download the episode slides here: https://www.retireright.com.au/decades
Get your copy of Glen and Vince Scully's new book, 12 Months to Retire Right: https://link.amazon/B0bIef7Wp
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Glen James has a financial interest in Tallowwood Wealth Advice. This content is for education and entertainment purposes only and is intended for Australian residents. It is not a substitute for professional financial, tax or legal advice. Any advice provided is general financial advice only, which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs.You should consider whether the advice is appropriate for your circumstances before acting on it. If you choose to buy a financial product, read the relevant product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD), and seek personal advice from a licensed adviser. We may discuss products, services or listener questions within our content for illustration and entertainment purposes. It is impossible to provide personal advice in this format, as we donβt know your individual financial situation. We may also change the names of questioners for privacy. While we do our best to provide accurate information, we accept no responsibility for any inaccuracies. Guest opinions are theirs and their respective licence holders. SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd and Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd, which holds Australian Financial Services Licence 451289. Please read our Financial Services Guide at moneypodcast.com.au.
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435 Aged care planning: the $585k decision nobody was ready for (a real case study)
2026/08/26
Retire Right is brought to you by Tallowwood Wealth Advice. Specialist retirement financial advisers. You can book a complimentary appointment wherever you are in Australia by visiting https://www.tallowwoodwealth.com.au/Β
In today's episode, Nathan Fradley from Fradley Advice presents a full aged care case study with a live visual walkthrough of the numbers that a real couple faced when one spouse needed to unexpectedly and urgently enter care. He touches on:
π an introduction to the case study
ππΌ what is a RAD and DAP
ππ½ how means testing works for the age pension vs aged care
ππΎ their aged care fees
ππΏ what they did after seeing Nathan about their situation
ππ» how they got into a better financial position
π what would Nathan have done in their situation?
ππ½ key takeaways from this case study
*Names in this case study have been changed for privacy
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434 Money in your 50s: 6 things to do before retirement sneaks up on you
2026/08/19
Retire Right is brought to you by Tallowwood Wealth Advice. Specialist retirement financial advisers. You can book a complimentary appointment wherever you are in Australia by visiting https://www.tallowwoodwealth.com.au/Β
Your 50s are the decade when retirement stops being abstract and starts being real. If you've been drifting, it's time to get serious! Glen James is joined by financial adviser Martin McGrath from Financial Edge Group. They touch on:
π mortgage vs super?
ππΌ a salary sacrifice strategy that Martin models live
ππ½ super contribution strategies for couples
ππΎ reviewing your super investment option
ππΏ reviewing your insurance needs
ππ½ deciding how the family home fits into your retirement plan
Download the episode slides: https://www.retireright.com.au/decades
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Glen James has a financial interest in Tallowwood Wealth Advice. This content is for education and entertainment purposes only and is intended for Australian residents. It is not a substitute for professional financial, tax or legal advice. Any advice provided is general financial advice only, which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs.You should consider whether the advice is appropriate for your circumstances before acting on it. If you choose to buy a financial product, read the relevant product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD), and seek personal advice from a licensed adviser. We may discuss products, services or listener questions within our content for illustration and entertainment purposes. It is impossible to provide personal advice in this format, as we donβt know your individual financial situation. We may also change the names of questioners for privacy. While we do our best to provide accurate information, we accept no responsibility for any inaccuracies. Guest opinions are theirs and their respective licence holders. SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd and Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd, which holds Australian Financial Services Licence 451289. Please read our Financial Services Guide at moneypodcast.com.au.
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433 Couples age gap & Age Pension, inheriting a home, the retirement sweet spot + more
2026/08/12
Retire Right is brought to you by Tallowwood Wealth Advice. Specialist retirement financial advisers. You can book a complimentary appointment wherever you are in Australia by visiting https://www.tallowwoodwealth.com.au/Β
In today's episode Glen and financial adviser Nathan Fradley talk about:
π Wendy's questions around an older spouse applying for the age pension:
- how will Centrelink assess my income when my husband applies?
- if he doesn't qualify, what seniors health cards are available?
- should I consider reducing my work hours before he applies?
- if he uses his super to pay off the mortgage, how will his assets be assessed?
- is a car on novated lease assessed by Centrelink?
ππΌ Ignatius - I'm inheriting my parent's home. Can I make it my PPOR to pay no tax when I sell?
ππ½ Richard - my defined benefit must be cashed out upon retirement. Should I roll the money into my retail super or use the cash to invest?
ππΎ Col - how can I calculate the retirement sweet spot in 10 years time?
Glen's favourite tea: link.amazon/B0bziQ7s5
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Glen James has a financial interest in Tallowwood Wealth Advice. This content is for education and entertainment purposes only and is intended for Australian residents. It is not a substitute for professional financial, tax or legal advice. Any advice provided is general financial advice only, which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs.You should consider whether the advice is appropriate for your circumstances before acting on it. If you choose to buy a financial product, read the relevant product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD), and seek personal advice from a licensed adviser. We may discuss products, services or listener questions within our content for illustration and entertainment purposes. It is impossible to provide personal advice in this format, as we donβt know your individual financial situation. We may also change the names of questioners for privacy. While we do our best to provide accurate information, we accept no responsibility for any inaccuracies. Guest opinions are theirs and their respective licence holders. SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd and Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd, which holds Australian Financial Services Licence 451289. Please read our Financial Services Guide at moneypodcast.com.au.
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432 Downsizer rules, super contributions, investing for teens & can AI do your retirement planning?
2026/08/05
Retire Right is brought to you by Tallowwood Wealth Advice. Specialist retirement financial advisers. You can book a complimentary appointment wherever you are in Australia by visiting https://www.tallowwoodwealth.com.au/Β
In this episode Glen is joined by return guest Gemma Dale, Head of Investor Behaviour and SMSF at nabtrade and host of the Your Wealth podcast. They discuss your questions touching on:
π is there a program that can put together a financial plan?
ππΌ DIY vs paying for financial advice
ππ½ how effective is AI for financial advice?
ππΎ when do you need to submit a notice of intent to claim form to your super fund?
ππΏ what is a downsizer contribution and how does it work?
ππ» investing for an 18yo - choosing index funds, tax implications & paying off HECs
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Glen James has a financial interest in Tallowwood Wealth Advice. This content is for education and entertainment purposes only and is intended for Australian residents. It is not a substitute for professional financial, tax or legal advice. Any advice provided is general financial advice only, which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs.You should consider whether the advice is appropriate for your circumstances before acting on it. If you choose to buy a financial product, read the relevant product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD), and seek personal advice from a licensed adviser. We may discuss products, services or listener questions within our content for illustration and entertainment purposes. It is impossible to provide personal advice in this format, as we donβt know your individual financial situation. We may also change the names of questioners for privacy. While we do our best to provide accurate information, we accept no responsibility for any inaccuracies. Guest opinions are theirs and their respective licence holders. SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd and Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd, which holds Australian Financial Services Licence 451289. Please read our Financial Services Guide at moneypodcast.com.au.
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431 Retiring overseas, age gaps & super drawdown, returning to work after age 60 + more
2026/07/29
In this Q&A Glen and Nathan Fradley discuss your questions around:
π retiring overseas and how should Rob invest?
ππΌ seeing an adviser from your super fund
ππ½ age gaps and drawing down super balances in retirement
ππΎ TTR and accessing super from age 60
ππΏ is it possible to retire at 60 and then return to work?
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This content is for education and entertainment purposes only and is intended for Australian residents. It is not a substitute for professional financial, tax or legal advice. Any advice provided is general financial advice only, which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs.You should consider whether the advice is appropriate for your circumstances before acting on it. If you choose to buy a financial product, read the relevant product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD), and seek personal advice from a licensed adviser. We may discuss products, services or listener questions within our content for illustration and entertainment purposes. It is impossible to provide personal advice in this format, as we donβt know your individual financial situation. We may also change the names of questioners for privacy. While we do our best to provide accurate information, we accept no responsibility for any inaccuracies. Guest opinions are theirs and their respective licence holders. SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd and Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd, which holds Australian Financial Services Licence 451289. Please read our Financial Services Guide at moneypodcast.com.au.
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430 Mortgage Q&A: getting a loan after age 50, refinancing, helping your kids buy + more
2026/07/22
In this episode Genevieve Lyons and Joe Carroll from Sphere Home Loans join Glen to answer your questions about:
π is it harder to refinance a smaller loan?
ππΌ how to help my daughter who is a single mum to buy a home
ππ½ banks won't lend to me because I'm retired
ππΎ getting loans after ago 50
ππΏ getting a loan for a downsizer instead of using bridging
ππ» helping children in their 20s to buy their first home
π what is a parental guarantee and how does it work?
ππΌ how often should I review my mortgage rate?
ππ½ structuring my IP loan
ππΎ low doc loans
ππΏ Joe & Genevieve discuss the current lending landscape
The Quick-Start Guide to Your First Property by Glen James & Rachelle Kroon is available now: https://amzn.to/4svhyoHΒ
Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.au
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