Advice in action
Lisa is 58 years old. She works as a senior, full-time nurse.
Now that her two children have moved out of home, Lisa feels it’s the right time to step back and transition into retirement by reducing her hours.
But the process of easing into retirement is a little daunting for her, so she feels her best chance at achieving her best possible retirement is with the help of a financial adviser.
Lisa’s financial position
Income: $60,000pa
Living expenses: $35,000pa
Additional expenses: $5000 for holidays every two years
Super balance: $250,000
Non-super investments: $30,000
Home ownership: Yes, with mortgage outstanding
Investment property: $500,000
Mortgage: $150,000 (residential), $200,000 (investment)
Other liabilities: $10,000 (credit card debt)
Insurance: $29,000 Sunsuper default life + TPD cover
Future lump sum: $100,000 inheritance…