Episodes

  • 321 selling your investment property? how to slash your tax bill using super
    May 28 2025

    Got a rental property you’re thinking of selling before retirement? In this episode, Glen and Martin break down how to use your super to reduce your capital gains tax. They touch on:


    👉 how capital gains tax works when selling an investment property

    👉🏼 using concessional contributions to reduce your tax bill

    👉🏽 what carry-forward rules let you do (and who qualifies)

    👉🏾 the bring-forward rule and using non-concessional contributions

    👉🏿 when it makes sense to prioritise super over mortgage repayments

    👉🏻 how age and super balance limits impact your options

    👉 practical tax savings examples and watch-outs for timing


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    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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    39 mins
  • 320 retirement sweet spot: upgrade home, draw down super & boost Centrelink pension (real case study)
    May 21 2025

    In this episode, Glen and Martin walk through a real case study where a couple in their early 70s boost their Centrelink age pension by upgrading their home and drawing down super. They break down how the rules work and how strategic planning can improve cash flow without reducing lifestyle. To see the visuals head to our YouTube channel! Glen & Martin discuss:


    👉 upgrading the home to reduce assessable assets

    👉🏼 using super drawdowns to access more age pension

    👉🏽 case study: before and after cash flow and assets

    👉🏾 why Centrelink doesn’t count your home, but does count super

    👉🏿 how strategy created an extra $300k in long-term value


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    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.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    38 mins
  • 319 resigning at 60 to access super early + nerd out on super components (preservation, taxable, non-taxable, ESPs)
    May 14 2025

    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


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    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.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    41 mins
  • 318 rethinking retirement: structure, purpose and smart money moves
    May 7 2025

    Retirement isn't a full stop anymore, it's a new rhythm. In this episode, Glen sits down with Kat McPhee from Aware Super to unpack how Aussies are redefining retirement, why so many feel anxious about money, and how to plan for a future that's flexible, confident and uniquely yours. They discuss:


    👉🏾 why retirement anxiety is on the rise

    👉🏿 finding structure and purpose after full-time work

    👉🏻 how to 'un-retire' or ease into part-time

    👉 key watchouts when drawing from super

    👉🏼 tools to help you feel more retirement-ready

    👉🏽 why a binding super nomination really matters

    👉🏾 how advice can protect you from costly mistakes


    This is a sponsored episode.


    If you’d like to explore your options further, check out Aware Super’s My Retirement Planner, Super Resources, and Retirement Guide at aware.com.au.


    The report mentioned in the episode can be found here: https://aware.com.au/member/about-us/newsroom/march-2025/state-of-retirement-report


    Consider if this is right for you and the PDS at aware.com.au Advice provided by Aware Financial Services Australia Limited, wholly owned by Aware Super. Members can get advice about their Aware Super accounts at no extra cost, or advice on their broader needs for a fee. Retirement income and investment earnings are not guaranteed. Payments will cease once the account balance is depleted. 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. Issued by Aware Super Pty Ltd ABN 11 118 202 672, AFSL 293340, the trustee of Aware Super ABN 53 226 460 365. 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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    36 mins
  • 317 is there a death tax, recontribution strategy pitfalls & downsizer contributions
    Apr 30 2025

    In today’s episode, Glen and financial adviser Martin McGrath tackle your retirement questions, including:


    👉🏼 is there a death tax in Australia?

    👉🏽 how can I use recontribution strategies to minimise tax?

    👉🏾 help! my downsizer contribution wasn't approved!


    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


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    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.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    49 mins
  • 316 income streams & annuities in retirement
    Apr 23 2025

    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


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    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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    41 mins
  • 315 what to do right now, upfront & ongoing advice fees + financial advice for a 90 year old
    Apr 16 2025

    In today's episode Glen and financial adviser Martin McGrath chat about what to do with your money during this uncertain economic climate, how much financial advice costs and why it could save you from making huge money mistakes in retirement. They also discuss one listener's question about her 90yo grandad.


    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


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    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.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    45 mins
  • 314 what to do when markets suddenly fall & you want to retire soon
    Apr 6 2025

    Stop! Don't panic! I ask you to pause and step back and not do anything out of fear when it comes to investing and your superannuation.


    Episode on YouTube with presentation: https://youtu.be/xHNAhZrtBNE?si=dQHe3-9tjw52NyOO


    Perth Live Show tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/m3-live-in-perth-tickets-1295263831989


    John's Property Masterclass in Perth: https://events.humanitix.com/perth-property-workshop-25


    The Quick-Start Guide to Investing (book): https://amzn.to/4iQ9qua


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    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 & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    1 hr and 4 mins
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