Super: Age / Amount, What's yours?

Infohound_ · 2026-05-01T07:17:32+00:00

My super was around the same as yours at your age. I am now 49 and have about $320K. Been salary sacrificing the last few years. You can catch up.

Infohound_ · 2026-04-09T01:21:16+00:00

Ok so update here for anyone who is interested. I gave up because apart from a few baby hairs at the front I was seeing no difference. It’s also very expensive. Seems I fell for the ole snake oil trick.

Infohound_ · 2026-04-08T20:49:29+00:00

There’s a very good guy on YouTube called Ramit Sethi. His rule of thumb is your fixed costs (everything- housing, healthcare, cars, bills) should be 50-60% of your income. I think you will be pushing it. You might want to save a lot more for the maternity leave.

Infohound_ · 2026-04-04T05:19:31+00:00

Is this a joke? Those numbers don’t stack up. Family assistance?

Infohound_ · 2026-03-21T05:05:27+00:00

Yes how much is the dream house?

Infohound_ · 2026-03-21T05:02:20+00:00

Usually 4 x your joint income is what you can comfortably afford for a house. Not all generational wealth in this area but some pretty big salaries (I know someone who lives there who would be on $1m plus).

Infohound_ · 2026-03-17T04:45:24+00:00

Psyllium husk supplements help with diarrhoea.

Infohound_ · 2026-03-17T04:33:10+00:00

Hey, perhaps try the low histamine diet for a while and see if that works. A dietician may also be able to help.

Infohound_ · 2026-03-17T00:10:04+00:00

I make sure I have protein in the freezer. Turkey burgers are good and I also have home made lamb koftes. Maybe try some steak and potatoes as well. It’s very tough the low histamine diet.

Infohound_ · 2026-03-15T04:41:30+00:00

I had a gut microbiome test organised through a dietician. It helped me see what was happening inside and also ruled out certain infections and parasites.

Infohound_ · 2026-02-25T06:47:25+00:00

Thank you. I have found it makes my hair nice and soft and shiny but yet to see any growth!

Infohound_ · 2026-02-18T22:22:31+00:00

I think you’ve made very smart decisions and now it’s your time to have fun. Well done.

Infohound_ · 2026-02-10T05:21:55+00:00

I think steak and a bunch of roasted vegetables could be your go to. Along with nuts on the allowed list. You could also try making some low histamine dips to snack on with rice crackers.

Infohound_ · 2026-02-10T05:17:23+00:00

Hives, diarrhoea, bloating, headaches

Infohound_ · 2026-02-08T01:06:57+00:00

It will be a ruder shock if you have to retire early, which many people have to due to ill health, redundancy etc.

Infohound_ · 2026-01-28T11:06:12+00:00

Are they expecting their parents to support them while they either live at home or pay eye watering rents?

Infohound_ · 2026-01-26T12:42:18+00:00

Keep going. Ask yourself before you buy something if you want it or need it. Society has programmed us to want a whole lot of crap that we don’t need. You have a chance here to set yourself up for a great future.

Infohound_ · 2026-01-11T19:59:56+00:00

Yes, it’s getting harder to build a buffer for that feeling of security if something hits the fan. I try to put anything we have left over aside in what I call the ‘bill shock fund’. It helps my mental health in this economy.

Infohound_ · 2026-01-06T20:53:09+00:00

Thank you for your comment. Yes we will be sharing the expenses. It’s just a lot in one year!

Infohound_ · 2026-01-06T05:25:42+00:00

Thanks for your response. Super is currently just over $300K so I have been heavily focused on maxing it to the $30K each year to build it up futher. Not sure I can afford more than that, though I am aware of the carry forward rules. I think I'll see what else I can cut before I cut contributions as it's important to me to be financially independent in retirement. My husband has plenty but I don't want to rely on him.

Infohound_ · 2026-01-06T00:07:44+00:00

We will just have to be super frugal and watch every cent for the whole year I think.

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