A landmark report by the Australian Human Rights Commission has uncovered a frightening lack of understanding about a financial enduring power of attorney. Now it wants federal, state and territory governments to usher in complementary legislation – urgently.
Financial planner Helen Nan is finding many clients want to stay in the workforce, either working part-time or taking up a new business venture. It keeps them involved with their communities while enhancing their mental and physical heath.
Event gallery: Making the Most of Your Golden Years
More than 130,000 Australians retire every year, but for many it is still a decision fraught with trepidation – mostly based around money. But while being financially ready for retirement is important, it should also be the time when people can go out and enjoy life, doing the things they did not have time for when working.
At the Making the Most of Your Golden Years event, clients and friends of Wattle Partners explored how to prepare financially for retirement as well as how to find purpose and fulfillment in life after work.
Enjoy some of the images from the event, where speakers, including Bec Wilson and Jon Glass, discussed what it means to retire in Australia today, and how retirees can make the most out of their golden years.
