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263. The super myths costing you money

In this episode, Ana & Tash are joined by Rebecca Pope from Vanguard to bust some of the most common myths around superannuation. Because super isn't just for people close to retirement, and the decisions you make today can have a massive impact on your final balance. They'll cover:


👉🏼 Why "I'll think about super later" is one of the most costly mistakes you can make

👉🏼 The fee myth: why looking at admin fees alone can be misleading

👉🏼 How easy it actually is to find, consolidate, and switch super funds

👉🏼 Why checking short-term performance might be leading you astray

👉🏼 The truth about women and super (and what you can do about it)

👉🏼 What changes on July 1st and why it matters for your super


If you've been telling yourself super can wait, this is the episode that'll change your mind!


Take Vanguard’s SmartRetire quiz to uncover the building blocks for a more confident retirement.


This episode was recorded with support from Vanguard.


Disclaimer

Any advice is general and does not consider your financial situation needs, or objectives, so consider whether it’s appropriate for you. You should also consider seeking professional advice before making any financial decision.


Tash Invests Pty Ltd is a Corporate Authorised Representative #1317713 of Rask Licensing Pty Ltd. Read the FSG available from https://tashinvests.com/links


Pearler is an Authorised Representative #1281540 of Sanlam Private Wealth Pty Ltd AFSL #337927. Read the FSG available from https://pearler.com/financial-services-guide


If you are considering any of the products we spoke about during the show, be sure to read the Product Disclosure Statement & Target Market Determination available from the product issuer’s website before deciding.


Vanguard Investments Australia Ltd (ABN 72 072 881 086 / AFSL 227263) is the product issuer of

Vanguard Personal Investor and the Vanguard Australian funds and ETFs. Vanguard Super Pty Ltd

(ABN 73 643 614 386 / AFSL 526270) is the trustee of Vanguard Super. You should read the

relevant IDPS Guide, PDS and TMD available at www.vanguard.com.au and consider if a product is

right for you before making an investment decision.

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