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Bec Wilson's weekly columns in the Nine Newspapers, and other columns published in major media.

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How retirees can deal with the rising cost of living this Christmas

For those who are feeling the pinch, especially as we approach Christmas, it is a good time to take another look at your entitlements and benefits, to…

Dec 2 •

Finding the sweet spot: How to earn more while having less in retirement

People with less superannuation can actually end up earning more retirement income - just by knowing how to use the systems of retirement well in…

Nov 25 •

How comfortable can you afford to be in retirement?

Not everyone can afford a comfortable retirement - but when you understand how your income is layered, and how your expenses can be managed through…

Nov 19 •

Why some people are quietly cheering higher interest rates

The number of people approaching and in retirement, who live on the income generated from their savings, are almost as sizable as the home owners paying…

Nov 11 •

More joy, less stress: Why you should rethink your work before you retire

There's a quiet revolution underway - led by the Prime Timers - who want the best of both worlds sooner.

Nov 4 •

How much super do we really have at retirement? Less than you think

Rarely do we stop and discuss the reality of how much or how little money people really have in their superannuation fund at retirement age.

Oct 28 •

Reached midlife? Time to write the retirement rules

A growing number of us will live to 100, but there is no rule book for the second half of the journey.

Oct 28 •

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