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Home Money Retirement

Looking to downsize? It’s worth considering your options first  

Embracing retirement has never felt so easy. 
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In this new exciting chapter of your life, you want the peace of mind, confidence and security to know you’re in the best place to handle everything life can throw at you.   

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And while making the move to sell your home can be tough, it doesn’t follow that you’ll lose your independence or home comforts. These retirement and over-55 living villages allow you to continue to explore your latest chapter, while having the confidence to know there’s always someone on hand who can help you.   

Keyton  

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Retirement affords you an opportunity to choose what you want your new lifestyle and location to be. For many, this stage of life is about making time for what they love while staying connected to the people and communities that matter most to them.    

Embrace the confidence that comes from planning ahead with a free ‘Move With Confidence Toolkit’ from ​​​Keyton​. They help you explore financial options and lifestyle choices with practical advice that supports your independence, wellbeing, and connection.   

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Whether you’re actively considering a move, or are simply curious about what’s possible, Keyton can help you navigate your choices with confidence. They give you all the information you need to make an informed, confident and clear decision, because the best moves aren’t driven by market timing; they’re driven by you choosing the best lifestyle fit for yourself.  

IRT  

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For more than 55 years, ​​​IRT​ have been supporting Australians through every stage of life. Their retirement villages are purpose-built around giving you a sense of safety, comfort and peace of mind, letting you have more time for the moments that matter most.  

The community-owned (and not-for-profit) villages handle all the admin associated with residing in your home. Maintenance and everyday tasks are taken off your plate so you can actually enjoy the home you love and your retirement in a community that makes you feel like you’ve come home. All that’s left to do is discover your next chapter of independent living.   

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Lincoln Place  

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Over-50s communities offer a new way of downsizing, retiring and living. Lincoln Place’s contemporary neighbourhoods and homes ​have been designed specifically to help you embrace that next chapter of life with confidence, connection and freedom.   

From coastal escapes to picturesque regional destinations, Lincoln Place has 28 communities across Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria for you to embrace the low-maintenance, vibrant life you’d always imagined.  

Whether it’s joining a pickleball game, relaxing by the pool, enjoying a coffee with neighbours or simply locking up and travelling, you’ll enjoy the flexibility to spend more time doing what matters most. Financially, the land lease model also provides significant advantages, including no stamp duty, deferred management fees or council rates. It’s a lifestyle designed to reduce the responsibilities of home ownership while creating more opportunities for you to live life well. 

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Oak Tree Retirement Villages  

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With a range of boutique retirement communities, ​​Oak Tree Retirement Villages​, have been designed for over 65s who want to enjoy an independent, low-maintenance lifestyle, close to the community they already know and love.   

With 34 villages across Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania, Oak Tree is backed by Aware Super, combining financial confidence with a genuine focus on their residents.  

Each pet-friendly villa or apartment is thoughtfully designed to balance comfort, privacy and practicality, fostering a close-knit community feel. And with the support of a dedicated Village Manager who knows each resident by name, you’ll feel supported to have the freedom to enjoy retirement your way.  

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Regis   

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If staying in your home and maintaining your independence for longer is your goal, remember it’s not the big things that make it difficult; instead, it’s all the little everyday tasks that end up becoming harder.   

Whether you’re recovering from an illness, managing a health condition or simply need a little extra help around the house, ​​​Regis Home Care​ is here to help you continue to live safely, comfortably and confidently.   

You’ll be given personalised, flexible support that evolves with your needs. Ranging from help around the house, shopping, meal preparation, home maintenance, as well as personal care, transport and companionship. Their experienced nurses and allied health professionals can even provide clinical care in the comfort of your own home.   

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Home care isn’t about giving up your independence; it’s about protecting it so you can keep living your life, your way. 

Brought to you in collaboration with Keyton, IRT, Lincoln Place, Oak Tree Retirement Villages and Regis.

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