Australia has no death tax, but families still get caught: super taxed when left to adult children, no power of attorney, lost money and will disputes. What to sort out while you still can.

Exit fees, stamp duty, the pension assets test, the 90-day super window and the “death tax” debate: what older Australians should check before selling the family home.

For many Australians, the family home is the biggest thing they own and the place most of their memories live. So when retirement arrives, the question “should we stay or should we go?” can feel enormous. You’re not alone in wanting to stay. A 2026 Benetas study found that 89% of Australians aged 65 and … Read more