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Navigating your retirement village plan


Monday, 18 May 2026

Things you need to know about retirement village plans before you sign on the dotted line.

Signing contracts is something we do throughout our lives. You sign one when you get a job, when you buy a car or when you buy a house. And you’ll also sign one when you move into a retirement village. The only difference is that you’re not just buying a home, you are buying into a community and your lifestyle.

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Helping you understand your retirement village plan

We offer three types of retirement village plans, so you can choose the buying option that suits you best. But before you sign your contractit's important to understand the details. That’s why our sales managers are here to help you consider  theconsider the options, so that you can decide which one is right  forright for you.  

Our sales managers are available to answer any questions that you may have about the different contract options.  

Choosing the right contract 

No two people are the same. Some like to plan, and some like to go with the flow. And it's no different when it comes to retiring. That's why you can choose from our 3 ways to buy your new retirement home. The power is in your hands to plan and enjoy your retirement how you want. 

You can choose from: 

*The Growth Plan is not available for Serviced Apartments. 

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It’s not just a property. It’s a lifestyle 

One thing to understand about moving into a retirement village is that it is not about making a profit from your property investmentBut in some villages, you could have an option to share in capital gain (50%), depending on the village and type of contract you choose. 

While retirement villages aren’t the same as the traditional property market, it is important to remember that you are buying a lifestyle along with your home. And you’ll benefit from retirement village life, including security, support and an active, happy retirement as part of a ready-made community. 

Seek professional advice 

While we’re here to answer your questions and help you understand your options, it’s important to seek your own independent professional legal and financial advice. Engaging a trusted solicitor and financial adviser and talking to your family will help you make the right decision before you sign your contract. 

Peace of mind with cooling-off 

After weighing up the options, asking all the questions and signing your contract, we want you to be happy and confident in your decision. And with the protection of a cooling-off period between 7 to 10 business days (depending on the state)you’ll have a bit of time to sit with your decision and make sure it’s the right one for you.


The information contained in this article is general in nature and subject to change following its publication. It does not explain all contractual terms and conditions and is not specific to you and your circumstances. Contract Plans vary across villages and some contract Plans may not be available at some villages or for some homes. We do not accept any liability for (a) any loss or damage which may be suffered by you or any other person who relies whether wholly or in part upon this article; and (b) any errors, misstatements or misrepresentations in or omissions from this article. It is not intended to be a legal or financial advice. You should seek your own independent legal and financial advice before entering into any of our contracts.  


For more information about the lifestyle and support offered at our retirement villages, call our customer service team on 1800 550 550 or send us an email here.

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