Finance News - August 7th ASIC: Super funds charged higher premiums through incorrect "smoker" classification ASIC has listed which super funds were found to have charged higher life insurance premiums by incorrectly classifying members as smokers.
Superannuation - August 3rd The impact on your super when other people access early release What does the number of people accessing their super early mean for those who aren’t? Canstar asked three experts for their thoughts on the potential issues. Since the introduction of the COVID-19 superannuation early release scheme...
Coronavirus - July 23rd When do the government COVID relief and support packages expire? Many Australians have turned to government support to get by – here we break down the latest on what’s available and when the relief packages are set to expire.
Finance News - July 6th Super: Take care if you’re applying for early release If you’re thinking about accessing money from your super under the COVID-19 rules then it’s important to make sure you are really eligible. If not, you could land yourself in hot water with the tax office....
Coronavirus - June 23rd The long-term cost of taking $20,000 out of your super fund If you have lost your job or are running out of money because of coronavirus then accessing your super early may be tempting but it’s important to understand the potential risks.
Superannuation - June 15th Is now a good time to consolidate your super or should you wait until markets stabilise? Thinking about consolidating your super? We take a look at the potential risks of moving your super when markets are volatile.
Finance News - June 1st The Financial Tips No One Ever Told You, As Shared By A Financial Expert Written in the gentle tone of a caring grandparent, financial advisor John D. Spooner’s book ‘No one Ever Told Us That: Money and Life Letters to My Grandchildren’ presents a collection of money and life letters written...
Coronavirus - May 26th Value of super takes a hit, but younger Australians could ride out the COVID-19 storm The significant downturn in global financial markets in reaction to the coronavirus pandemic is to blame for a $227 billion loss from the super sector, new data shows. A finance expert says younger superannuation holders have...
Coronavirus - May 25th More than $10 billion withdrawn early: Why it's important to be familiar with your super As a growing number of Australians rely on the early release of their retirement savings to stay afloat, new research highlights the importance of getting to know your super balance and investment option. The Australian Prudential...
Super Fund Resources - May 22nd What is a lifetime pension? And could it help fund your retirement? If you have already reached the age at which you want to retire, or are approaching this and are wondering how to manage your retirement funds, there are various products available for you to choose from....
Superannuation - May 20th What are super funds doing to keep their customers happy? Most Satisfied Customers Award 2020 results revealed Are you satisfied with your super fund? Read the results of our customer satisfaction survey to find out what consumers want from their super fund in 2020.
Coronavirus - May 19th Australians accessing average of $7.5K from their super: How can you make up the shortfall? New data shows more than 1.3 million Australians financially impacted by COVID-19 have applied to access their super early, taking out an average of $7,546 from their nestegg. How could they recover the shortfall?
Self Managed Super Funds - May 15th Superannuation for the self-employed: How does it work? As a self-employed person, there are a few ways you can pay your super. Here we explore these options and important considerations.
Super Fund Resources - May 12th Financing your retirement: How could a defined benefit pension come into the mix? A defined benefit pension is one potential avenue for drawing down income to fund your retirement. We explore what it is and how it works in relation to other retirement products
Superannuation - May 11th Super hit: The long-term impact of choosing a 4-day work week Working four days a week can have its perks but as well as a reduced salary it could affect your super balance at retirement.
Super Fund Resources - April 27th If your super has dived can you get a higher age pension payment? Retirees whose super balances have taken a hit may find they are entitled to a higher age pension payment as a result. We take a look a closer look.
Coronavirus - April 20th How long will your super savings take to recover? Sharemarkets have taken a big hit which has affected super balances. We take a look at how long super savings took to bounce back after the GFC.
Superannuation - April 14th What are superannuation 'conditions of release'? Your super can only be accessed under specific circumstances, to ensure it’s used for the intended reasons. Here’s our guide to super’s conditions of release.
Finance News - March 30th Life insurance, income protection cover and renting: The changes you should know about New laws that will impact super savings, rental tenancies and income protection insurance are kicking in. Here’s a timeline of what to expect and who will be affected. 23 March 2020: Sweeping changes to NSW residential...
Coronavirus - March 18th Coronavirus and the share market: ‘Keep calm and stay the course’ Financial markets are in freefall, but history suggests now is not a time to panic. Vanguard’s Tony Kaye explains why staying the course could be the best investment strategy.