Finance News - July 24th 7 Best places to retire in Australia When you retire, you likely want to make the most of your newly found free time. We explore some of the best places to retire in Australia.
Superannuation - July 24th Lump sum super withdrawals – what to consider When you reach the age that you can access your super, you may be able to withdraw the money as a lump sum. But just because you can doesn’t mean you should.
Superannuation - July 23rd What is a default super fund? If you’re starting your first job or moving into a new one, it could be helpful to understand default super funds and how they work.
Superannuation - July 22nd Can I access my super at 60 and still work? Keen to access your super savings at 60 and continue to work? It may be possible but there are some things you should be aware of.
Superannuation - July 19th Can you legally access your super early? Your super is meant to help you save for your retirement but there are some ways you may be able to access your funds early.
Superannuation - July 9th What is the super guarantee charge? If an employer doesn’t pay an employee’s super by the due date and to the correct fund, they may have to pay the super guarantee charge or SGC.
Superannuation - July 4th Superannuation Guarantee and rate changes The Superannuation Guarantee is the contribution that’s regularly made into your super fund by your employer to help bolster retirement savings and supplement the Age Pension.
Life Insurance - June 27th What is my life expectancy in Australia? Knowing the life expectancy of people in Australia may help you plan ahead. Here's what the latest data says on how long you may live.
Life Insurance - June 24th How to find unclaimed life insurance With more than a billion dollars in unclaimed life insurance, here's what you need to do if you think you may be owed some of that money.
Life Insurance - June 24th Are life insurance premiums tax deductible? Can you claim a tax deduction on your life insurance premiums? Canstar explains the situation for policies both inside and outside of super.
Life Insurance - June 21st Does life insurance cover suicide? Does life insurance cover a suicidal death? We explain how suicide is treated by life insurers, and what life insurance providers can ask.
Life Insurance - June 21st Salary continuance insurance: what you need to know Salary continuance and income protection insurance both provide income if you're unable to work. So what's the difference between the two?
Home Loans - May 28th How much does the average Australian earn, save and owe? Find out how you compare to the average Aussie when it comes to your finances. Plus get tips to help give your wealth a boost.
Superannuation - March 27th Why is my super going down and what should I do about it? A finance expert explains what you should consider doing, and what you should avoid, if your super fund shows fluctuations.
Self Managed Super Funds - February 28th The Queensland Seniors Card: How it works and how to get one Our guide to the Queensland Seniors Card, including a roundup of the benefits it provides, age and other eligibility requirements, and how to apply for one.
Home Loans - January 24th 6 smart money moves to make in 2024 Want to make the most of your money in 2024? Here are six things to do that may help you improve your financial fitness in the year ahead.
Superannuation - January 18th Industry vs retail super funds: what’s the difference? Industry and retail super funds operate under different structures to serve their members. Find out what the difference is between the two.
Superannuation - December 12th How to access super early for medical reasons How much you’ll need in retirement depends on what you want to do when you finish work, so it helps to plan for your retirement.
Superannuation - December 6th How to start planning for retirement How much you’ll need in retirement depends on what you want to do when you finish work, so it helps to plan for your retirement.
Superannuation - October 30th 5 practical steps to start your retirement planning How much you’ll need in retirement depends on what you want to do when you finish work, so it helps to plan for your retirement.