The No-Regrets Guide to Retirement newsletter

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The Russian invasion of Ukraine: What it means for your investments

While it's easy to dismiss the Russian invasion of the Ukraine as some form of temporary European madness, it will have a long-term impact on your investments and your retirement generally.

While Queensland is battling a drenching of rain, the share market will be dealing with a deluge of dividends over the next few weeks.

Some 25 billion dollars of dividends are going to be paid out to shareholders over the next few weeks, and most will be fully franked, as the country's biggest companies disgorge their half yearly profits.  Here's what you can expect.

Superannuation contribution changes give retirees a boost!

The Federal Government finally passed legislation which will enable retirees around Australia to boost their superannuation savings and minimise their tax bill. For many, it means the end of ever filing a tax return again. Will this include you?

The Greening of Australia

Will all coal fired electricity generators in Australia be closed by 2030? Yes if a handful of billionaires have their way and show Government how long-term structural change can be achieved.

Divorce has just got a little bit easier.

While the Family Court still requires a massive overhaul, a small change to the superannuation rules will make it easier to determine just how much super has been accumulated during a marriage, slicing hundreds of thousands of dollars from legal costs.

Are you missing out?

Older Australians are entitled to a raft of discounts of various goods and services and not all are means tested. This is a quick rundown of the three cards you should have in your wallet when you turn sixty.

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All information in this newsletter is general in nature and is not intended to influence readers' decisions about investing or financial products. You should always seek professional advice that takes into account your own personal circumstances before making any financial decision.