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Retiring Comfortably

Working out how much you need to save for retirement is a question that keeps many pre-retirees awake at night. Recent market volatility and fluctuating superannuation balances have only added to the uncertainty.

The ASFA (Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia) provide a breakdown of estimated expenses for both comfortable and modest lifestyles, for couples and singles to maintain a healthy, vital and connected lifestyle in retirement.

  • To live a comfortable lifestyle for a couple, ASFA report that you need to live off $73,077 per year.
  • To live a comfortable lifestyle as a single, ASFA report that you need to live off $51,805 per year.

 

This is for retirees aged between 65-84 who own their own home, with expenses represented at the end of December 2024.

 

 

Source: https://www.superannuation.asn.au/consumers/retirement-standard/