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James Coyle

James has over 35 years experience in financial services with particular expertise in two of the key components of retirement finance - Superannuation and the Age Pension. He is passionate about providing the guidance and support that can help older Australians enjoy their best possible retirement. He lives in regional Victoria surrounded by dogs and chooks.

6 Comments

peter hall on September 7, 2019 at 3:59 pm

Hi if get small retirement stream from super to supplement pension is that counted as asset? possibly drop how much pension eligible for

Allyson Bailie on September 23, 2019 at 3:00 pm

Hi Peter
This may seem a bit confusing, but when determining your Age Pension entitlement your Income Stream is classified as an asset by Centrelink, not income. If you want to have a chat about how your income stream impacts your Age Pension entitlement why not give us a call on 1300 527 727.
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Cheryl Scorda on October 25, 2020 at 2:27 pm

How much cash can we have in the bank before it affects our pension.

James Coyle on October 29, 2020 at 12:38 pm

Hi Cheryl. This will depend on whether you are a single or a couple, home owner or renter and any other assets you have. You can find an overview of the different thresholds here
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Helen on October 9, 2021 at 1:47 am

What is value of property in overseas I have? Is it ok for Centrelik when I arrange the real estate agent to evaluate the property and its translationto English?
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- Steven Sadler on October 11, 2021 at 9:21 am
  
  Hi Helen, these situations can be tricky so it would be best to speak with Centrelink’s International Services team about the best way to proceed. You can call them on 131 673, Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm AEDT.