Approaching retirement

Cheryl: I think an average day in retirement, I definitely want to start the day with exercise. I try and exercise now but I've always got those deadlines. I've been a UniSuper member since 2011. I'm hoping to retire in eight to ten months.

Voiceover: At UniSuper, with more than 40 years' experience, we know that every member is on their own journey.

Cheryl: I started in the regional office, Victorian State Government. From there we ran physiotherapy clinics. That was ten years of my life. I also did a small stint in retail.

Voiceover: With their own unique stories and goals.

Cheryl: Once I was single, I wanted full-time employment, so that's when I got a position at Deakin University.

Voiceover: When it's time to think about your goals, ask yourself what your ideal retirement will look like.

Cheryl: My goals in my retirement are definitely to have a regular income that just gives me that security that I'm not limited.

Voiceover: With UniSuper by your side, you're never alone. The retirement section of our website can help connect you to a greater future. With a range of online tools and calculators, we make it easy to see what your retirement income might look like.

Cheryl: I went onto the website and started reading some of the articles, listening to some of the information sessions. I went to some of the live information sessions at Deakin, and then I made an appointment and met up with an advisor.

Jamie: Initially with Cheryl, she'd gone through some changes in her life and I think she wanted to really take control of her financial situation. Then that sort of evolved into more comprehensive advice that that really helped put her on the path to achieving the retirement goals that she wanted to achieve.

Voiceover: Once you have an idea of what you want to achieve, it's time to assess how much you'll need to save to reach your goals.

Jamie: It pleases me to see people being proactive and trying to get the answers that they're seeking. It shows me they're keen and they're ready to start that planning process.

Cheryl: UniSuper's definitely helped me understand how much I'd need in retirement.

Voiceover: During the planning phase, it's important to consider additional income sources like the Age Pension. UniSuper can also help you to make informed choices when it comes to downsizing your home.

Jamie: I have had clients that have been very emotional in my office or after our meetings because they just didn't know. They didn't know what retirement was going to look like. Where's that money invested? Is it working as hard as it can to get me to where I need to be?

Voiceover: Depending on your circumstances, it may be worthwhile making additional contributions to your super to help take some pressure off your future self.

Cheryl: I was definitely very anxious about retirement.

Voiceover: No matter what your plans may be, and no matter where you are on your journey, UniSuper can help you to find your way with confidence.

Cheryl: I feel very confident about my situation now. I would advise anyone to start thinking about it. It's never too early to start planning. Use the tools that are available on the website. You know, do the reading, go to these information sessions, listen to the webinars.

The information contained in this video is of a general nature and doesn't consider your personal circumstances. Before making decisions, consider the relevant PDS and TMD on our website and your circumstances, and whether to seek financial advice.

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