Whether you’re just starting out, deep in your wealth-building years, or nearing retirement, it’s only natural to wonder: “How do I stack up compared to others?”

In today's show, Simon Kuestenmacher and I look into the fascinating – and sometimes uncomfortable – world of generational wealth.

We discuss the current financial landscape, highlighting the wealth distribution among baby boomers, Gen X, millennials, and Gen Z.

 

The conversation delves into the challenges faced by each generation, the impact of intergenerational wealth transfer, and the importance of strategic financial planning.

So if you’re interested in whether you’re on the right track financially – whether you’re ahead of the average, or still catching up – stay tuned. This conversation might be the benchmark you’ve been looking for.

 

Takeaways 

 

·         Wealth comparison is a common concern among Australians.

·         Most people perceive themselves as middle class, regardless of actual wealth.

·         The distribution of wealth is increasingly polarized, with fewer middle-class households.

·         Baby boomers hold a significant portion of Australia's wealth due to longer accumulation periods.

·         Gen X faces unique challenges balancing mortgages, children, and aging parents.

·         Millennials struggle with wealth accumulation compared to previous generations.

·         Gen Z is just starting their financial journey with limited wealth.

·         Property remains a key asset for wealth building in Australia.

·         Wealth building requires time and strategic planning.

·         It's important to focus on personal financial goals rather than comparisons.

 

Chapters 

 

00:00 Introduction to Wealth Comparison

02:42 Generational Wealth Dynamics

05:34 Baby Boomers: The Wealth Accumulators

08:24 Gen X: The Sandwich Generation

11:00 Millennials: The Struggling Generation

13:39 Gen Z: The New Entrants

16:13 Wealth Building Strategies

18:58 Conclusion and Advice

 

About Simon Kuestenmacher

 

Simon Kuestenmacher  is co-founder and Director – The Demographics Group

 

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