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Retirement Planning for Couples: What If One Partner Manages the Finances?
September 15, 2026
What would happen if the person who manages your household finances suddenly could not? In many Australian couples, one partner takes the lead on bank accounts, superannuation, investments, bills and professional contacts. That can work well for years, but it may leave the other partner unsure where to start if illness, loss of capacity or death changes the situation.