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Don't feed the bear!

 We have included on this page documents relating to recent market activity from Russell Investments one of the world's leading investment services firms.

" Historically, we face a bear market every seven years or so. Seasoned investors know that while they do cause concern for many, the sharemarket always recovers.
In the meantime, there are a number of ways we can remain focused and calm, and deal with these trying conditions."

The cost of living in retirement

"Most people save for their retirement, but relatively few have a good idea of exactly how much money needs to be spent each year to fund a comfortable lifestyle in retirement. Recent research, commissioned by Westpac from ASFA (the Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia) provides a clear and objective answer to this question."

Read the article on the Westpac ASFA Retirement Standard