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225 when a spouse passes away in retirement

Aug 07, 202436 min
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Episode description

When a partner passes away, it can feel overwhelming to handle their affairs during such a difficult and emotional time. Financial advisers Martin & Anthony from Financial Edge Group unpack where to start with the key lifestyle and financial practicalities that need addressing as well as some considerations around super, tax and the age pension. They touch on:


👉🏼 which tasks to tackle first and which can be navigated over time

👉 relevant parties to notify

👉🏼 some of the costs you may need to pay for

👉🏽 implications to superannuation

👉🏾 implications to receiving the age pension

👉🏿 tax

👉🏻 reassessing your living situation & cashflow

👉 updating or planning your own will & estate


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