263. The super myths costing you money

263. The super myths costing you money

May 6, 2026 ยท 31 min

About this episode

Ana and Tash discuss common superannuation myths with guest Rebecca Pope from Vanguard, emphasizing the importance of early financial decisions for retirement.

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: ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿผ Why "I'll think about super later" is one of the most costly mistakes you can make ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿผ The fee myth: why looking at admin fees alone can be misleading ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿผ How easy it actually is to find, consolidate, and switch super funds ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿผ Why checking short-term performance might be leading you astray ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿผ The truth about women and super (and what you can do about it) ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿผ 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 Vanguardโ€™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 itโ€™s appropriate for you. You should also consider seeking professional advice before making any financialโ€ฆ

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