The No-Regrets Retirement Newsletter

Welcome to the June 2022 edition of the new, bigger, better version of my monthly newsletter. Simply click on the view-online button above to read the following articles in full or visit https://patricia-howard-financial-planning.ghost.io/

Economic Update

Inflationary pressures were up and now appear to be easing. Interest rates appear set to rise. Real wages are down while retail sales are up 10 per cent year on year. Just what is happening in the Australian economy?

Let's cut through all the noise and look at the real underlying factors that are likely to drive the Australian economy over the years ahead and with that, the Australian share market.

Creating the Right Mindset in Retirement

Just how happy you are in retirement has more to do with your mindset which you can control and very little to do with your financial situation, over which, most people find they have little control.

If you are feeling a bit lost in retirement, this article will provide you with some simple strategies to help you find a better way forward and with that enjoy life more.

Woodside Update

Are you suddenly the owner of Woodside Energy shares? Find out how this has happened and whether you should keep or sell these 'bonus' shares you've suddenly found in your portfolio.

The Banks' Big Payout

Somehow most market commentators have overlooked or ignored the fact that the four big Australian banks are continuing to achieve big profits and with that, have just posted another round of big dividend payouts.

The Golden Rule of Investing

There is one simple fail proof way of making money in the share market. Find out what this 'Golden Rule of Investing' is.

Another Reason to Close Your Self-Managed Super Fund

As if there weren't enough reasons to close your self-managed super fund once you move into retirement, I've found another factor is slowing becoming a big reason to find a better vehicle for your retirement savings.