Accessing super early: Terminal illness

Q: I have a terminal illness. Can I access my super benefits?

Trish’s response: The super rules do recognise such devastating circumstances. The answer is: yes, you can access your super benefits, and your super benefits will be tax-free.

See article Terminally ill receive tax break.

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