In this Australian Retirement Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask is joined by Tahli Cavagnino, Senior Financial Advisor from the Rask Advice team.
Retirement isn’t just about having enough money — it’s about making the right decisions with the money you’ve worked hard to save. But even the most financially prepared Australians can fall into subtle psychological traps that quietly derail their long-term security.
In this episode of the Australian Retirement Podcast, Owen and Tahli take you through five behavioural mistakes that many retirees make — often without even realising it. These aren’t dry textbook errors or investment jargon. They’re real, everyday habits and mindsets that can cost you thousands, shake your confidence, and limit the lifestyle you hoped to enjoy in retirement.
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Topics covered today:
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An introduction to Tahli
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How and why she came into Advice
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What does a typical day look like for a Rask Advisor
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Why behavioural finance matters
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Why being too conservative with your money might actually increase your risk of running out
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The dangers of trying to “catch up” by taking on too much investment risk
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How emotional decisions during market downturns can lead to locking in permanent losses
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Why pride or confusion can keep you from claiming government entitlements you’re legally entitled to
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The surprising ways people underestimate how long they’ll live — and how much they’ll need
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