CBA bet backfires, super fund anxiety & dodging $130k CGT
Thu Feb 05 2026
In this Australian Retirement Podcast episode, your hosts Drew Meredith from Wattle Partners and James O'Reilly from Northeast Wealth kick things off with Drew's CBA share price bet update. The bet backfired when CBA fell in 2025, costing Drew $150. But he's doubling down - the new bet is whether CBA will finish above or below $150. Will Drew learn his lesson?
The Boomer Briefing tackles a fascinating trend: Why are retirees checking their super balances more than their kids' wellbeing? New data reveals heightened anxiety among retired members, particularly in funds like UniSuper where engagement with retirees has spiked. Drew and James unpack what's driving this retirement anxiety and whether it's justified.
They also break down what balanced returns look like for calendar year 2025 and reveal the 2025 top super fund performers according to SuperRatings.
Then comes today's big question: How do you avoid or reduce paying a massive $130k capital gains tax bill when selling an investment property at or just before retirement? A 61-year-old listener with $800k in super, still working and planning to retire at 65, needs smart CGT strategies. Drew and James deliver practical solutions.
Plus, the Moooving Paramedic (the 41-year-old farming paramedic with 5 kids) asks whether he should switch from pre-tax to post-tax super contributions. Currently contributing 9% via salary sacrifice and looking to increase, he's worried about the 15% tax on payout. Should he diversify his contribution strategy now?
If you like this Australian Retirement Podcast episode on CGT planning and super strategies, you'll love the series. Don't forget to subscribe for weekly shows on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.
Topics covered today:
- Drew's CBA bet backfires - Lost $150 as CBA share price fell in 2025, now doubling down on over/under $150
- Balanced fund returns for 2025 - What to expect from your super this year
- Retiree super anxiety - Why retirees are checking super more than their kids, - UniSuper engagement spike
- 2025 top super performers revealed - SuperRatings breakdown of best-performing funds
- How to avoid $130k CGT bill - Strategies for selling investment property at retirement (61yo, $800k super, retiring at 65)
- Pre-tax vs post-tax super contributions - Moooving Paramedic's dilemma: 41yo with 5 kids, 9% salary sacrifice, should he add post-tax?
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In this Australian Retirement Podcast episode, your hosts Drew Meredith from Wattle Partners and James O'Reilly from Northeast Wealth kick things off with Drew's CBA share price bet update. The bet backfired when CBA fell in 2025, costing Drew $150. But he's doubling down - the new bet is whether CBA will finish above or below $150. Will Drew learn his lesson? The Boomer Briefing tackles a fascinating trend: Why are retirees checking their super balances more than their kids' wellbeing? New data reveals heightened anxiety among retired members, particularly in funds like UniSuper where engagement with retirees has spiked. Drew and James unpack what's driving this retirement anxiety and whether it's justified. They also break down what balanced returns look like for calendar year 2025 and reveal the 2025 top super fund performers according to SuperRatings. Then comes today's big question: How do you avoid or reduce paying a massive $130k capital gains tax bill when selling an investment property at or just before retirement? A 61-year-old listener with $800k in super, still working and planning to retire at 65, needs smart CGT strategies. Drew and James deliver practical solutions. Plus, the Moooving Paramedic (the 41-year-old farming paramedic with 5 kids) asks whether he should switch from pre-tax to post-tax super contributions. Currently contributing 9% via salary sacrifice and looking to increase, he's worried about the 15% tax on payout. Should he diversify his contribution strategy now? If you like this Australian Retirement Podcast episode on CGT planning and super strategies, you'll love the series. Don't forget to subscribe for weekly shows on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. Topics covered today: - Drew's CBA bet backfires - Lost $150 as CBA share price fell in 2025, now doubling down on over/under $150 - Balanced fund returns for 2025 - What to expect from your super this year - Retiree super anxiety - Why retirees are checking super more than their kids, - UniSuper engagement spike - 2025 top super performers revealed - SuperRatings breakdown of best-performing funds - How to avoid $130k CGT bill - Strategies for selling investment property at retirement (61yo, $800k super, retiring at 65) - Pre-tax vs post-tax super contributions - Moooving Paramedic's dilemma: 41yo with 5 kids, 9% salary sacrifice, should he add post-tax? Resources for this episode Ask a question (select the Retirement podcast) Visit TermPlus to learn more Rask Resources All services Financial Planning Invest with us Access Show Notes Ask a question We love feedback! Follow us on social media: Instagram: @rask.invest TikTok: @rask.invest DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices