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Downsizing

A smaller home, the family home, belongings, and what a sale means for money.

Downsizing to a smaller home: how it works, and the words explained →
  • Downsizing explained: costs, super, the pension and timingThinking of moving somewhere smaller? What it really costs in QLD and NSW, the downsizer super contribution, the Age Pension rules and when to move.9 minute read
  • Sorting a lifetime of belongings: a gentle, practical guideHow to sort a lifetime of belongings before a move: start early, go room by room, decide what to keep, give to family, sell or donate, and get help.8 minute read
  • What happens to the family home: sell, keep, rent it out or family moves inHow selling, keeping, renting out or letting family live in the home can affect the Age Pension, aged care fees, tax and family fairness. Information, not advice.9 minute read

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