Runway to Retirement
Runway to Retirement
Runway to Retirement

Runway to Retirement

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The Runway to Retirement podcast, hosted by Rob McGregor, explores a wide range of topics related to retirement planning and financial wellbeing.

Each week, Rob discusses themes such as managing investments, understanding economic trends, creating sustainable income streams, and common challenges faced on the path to retirement.

The podcast aims to provide listeners with valuable insights and perspectives to help them better understand the complexities of preparing for and enjoying retirement. Whether you are beginning to consider your retirement options or already navigating this phase, Runway to Retirement offers thoughtful conversations to support your financial awareness and confidence.

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The Truth About The 4% Rule
10 December 2025

The Truth About The 4% Rule

Welcome back to the Runway to Retirement Podcast, Episode 15.In this episode, Rob McGregor takes a deep look at one of the most common questions in retirement planning: how much capital do you actually need for a good retirement. You may have heard of the 4 percent rule, a guideline that suggests you can withdraw 4 percent of your invested money each year and have it last for 30 years. Rob...
How Timing Your Moves Can Create Free Retirement Income
24 November 2025

How Timing Your Moves Can Create Free Retirement Income

Welcome back to the Runway to Retirement Podcast, Episode 14.In this episode, Rob McGregor continues our deep dive into selling assets as you approach retirement. If you listened to last week’s episode, you will remember we explored the big reasons people sell and how timing, tax and cash flow can influence your decisions.This episode takes the next step. Rob works through a brand new case study...
When’s the Right Time to Sell Investments in Retirement?
11 November 2025

When’s the Right Time to Sell Investments in Retirement?

Welcome back to the Runway to Retirement Podcast, Episode 13. In this episode, Rob McGregor explores one of the biggest decisions many people face as they approach retirement, whether and when to sell assets. Drawing on real case studies and decades of experience, Rob explains the key reasons people sell investments near retirement; paying off debt, simplifying life, freeing up income, or getting...
Why most investors are better off with index funds.
27 October 2025

Why most investors are better off with index funds.

Welcome back to the Runway to Retirement Podcast, Episode 12.In this episode, Rob McGregor explains why index funds have become one of the most powerful and reliable tools for long-term investing.He breaks down how they work, why they often outperform active fund managers, and what makes them such a simple, low-cost way to grow your super and retirement savings.Rob also explores when it might...
Retirement Planning: Pay Off Debt or Invest More?
14 October 2025

Retirement Planning: Pay Off Debt or Invest More?

Welcome back to the Runway to Retirement Podcast, Episode 11!In this episode, Rob McGregor explores whether you should prioritise paying off your mortgage as you approach retirement. He explains how the best choice depends on your personal situation, interest rates, recent market returns, and tax considerations. Rob breaks down simple frameworks and real-life case studies to help you understand...
Pets, Parents & Adult Kids: Embracing Life’s Changes in Retirement
07 October 2025

Pets, Parents & Adult Kids: Embracing Life’s Changes in Retirement

Welcome back to the Runway to Retirement Podcast, Episode 10!In this episode, Rob McGregor discusses the unpredictable life events that often disrupt retirement plans, like caring for pets, aging parents, and supporting adult children. Drawing on nearly 30 years of experience, he shares real-life stories that highlight the importance of flexibility and contingency in retirement planning. Rob...
Industry Super Funds: What They’re Not Telling You
30 September 2025

Industry Super Funds: What They’re Not Telling You

Welcome back to the Runway to Retirement Podcast, Episode 9!In this episode, Rob takes a deep look at seven major concerns surrounding industry super funds in Australia, acknowledging their important role since the introduction of compulsory super but highlighting emerging risks as they grow larger and more complex. He discusses issues including the funds’ increasing size leading to complacency,...
The Big Three: Purpose, Meaning & Connection in Retirement
22 September 2025

The Big Three: Purpose, Meaning & Connection in Retirement

Welcome back to the Runway to Retirement Podcast, Episode 8!In this episode, Rob explores the crucial but often overlooked transition from work to retirement how to thoughtfully replace the purpose, meaning, and social connections that many derive from their careers. Drawing from his 25+ years of experience, he shares practical frameworks and real-life examples to help retirees plan a fulfilling...
Unlocking $100K a Year in Retirement: What Works Best
15 September 2025

Unlocking $100K a Year in Retirement: What Works Best

Welcome back to the Runway to Retirement Podcast!In this episode, Rob explores a range of ways Australians can generate $100,000 per year in retirement, comparing the capital required for strategies like Australian or international shares, residential and commercial property, diversified portfolios, cash, and combinations that include Age Pension, reverse mortgages, or rental income from a family...
Super is the foundation of Retirement Investments: Lets Talk about Why
08 September 2025

Super is the foundation of Retirement Investments: Lets Talk about Why

Welcome back to the Runway to Retirement Podcast, Episode 6.Superannuation is the foundation of a confident retirement for many Australians but so many people overlook its real strengths. In this episode, Rob explains why super isn’t just another investment, but a powerful, flexible structure that enables most Aussies to build tax-free wealth, gain asset protection, and manage their estate plans...