In this episode of the Australian Retirement Podcast, Drew Meredith and James O’Reilly break down the latest retirement news and what it means for you. They discuss upcoming Age Pension changes, including updates to deeming rules and payment increases, and how these may affect retirees’ cash flow and eligibility.
The conversation also tackles the fallout from the collapse of Dixon Advisory, what it says about conflicts of interest in financial advice, and the cancellation of the government’s inquiry into the failed business. Finally, Drew and James share their views on what to watch for when selecting an adviser — from marketing tactics and “low-cost” options to ensuring you’re getting real value and trusted guidance.
Topics covered today:
- Age Pension changes: deeming rules and payment increases
- What the Dixon collapse means for retirees and advisers
- The cancelled government inquiry into advice
- Choosing the right adviser: marketing, cost and quality
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