Financial advice: it’s not just for the young
Retirement Changes the Stakes
As retirement approaches, many Australians assume the major financial decisions have already been made. The mortgage is paid off. The children are independent. The Will is in place.
But retirement is not simply the end of work. It is the beginning of relying on your accumulated wealth to fund your lifestyle, potentially for 25 to 30 years or more.
For Sandra, turning sixty made things feel real. She realised she was not entirely sure how to structure her super, draw an income efficiently, or ensure her savings would last.
The decisions suddenly felt significant and, in many cases, irreversible.
Why Intelligent Advice Matters Most at This Stage
Sandra’s friend Jamila had worked with a financial adviser for decades. As retirement approached, she felt calm and prepared.
Why?
Because her strategy had been thoughtfully structured.
With professional guidance, Jamila was able to:
• Transition from super accumulation to an income stream
• Assess whether a lump sum withdrawal aligned with her broader goals
• Maximise contribution strategies, including the downsizer option
• Navigate complex tax rules and Age Pension eligibility
The value was not just in executing technical steps.
It was in understanding the implications of each decision.
Intelligent advice provides clarity around trade offs, risk exposure and long term sustainability, helping you make informed decisions rather than reactive ones.

Beyond Super: The Bigger Picture
Retirement planning is not just about accessing superannuation.
It involves coordinating income streams, tax efficiency, government entitlements and estate structures so they work together.
Jamila also discovered that having a Will is only one part of estate planning. A comprehensive strategy considers:
• Enduring powers of attorney
• Superannuation death benefit nominations
• Trust structures and asset protection
• Insurance and digital assets
Without careful planning, gaps can emerge. With intelligent advice, those gaps are addressed before they become problems.
Confidence, Not Guesswork
Listening to her friend, Sandra realised her anxiety was not about money. It was about uncertainty.
As retirement approaches, the margin for error narrows. Sound decisions today can materially impact your lifestyle for decades.
Financial advice at this stage is not about chasing growth.
It is about structure, protection and sustainability.
Above all, it is about confidence.
Book a Complimentary Consultation
If you are approaching retirement and would value intelligent, strategic guidance, we invite you to book a complimentary consultation with one of our experienced financial advisers.
To arrange your consultation, contact Dolfinwise:
(07) 3832 5777
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